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07-02-2008, 11:04 PM
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Greta
A sketch I did last year, but came across it again today. One of my students... I did it as a demo and only had about 45 minutes to complete it. The eyes are a little off, but I still like the feel of it, and it pretty much looks like her.
I am really ashamed at how few of these (life drawings) I do. I should be doing these every day! I'm now convinced that drawing/painting from life is a must. Anyway, that's where all the fun is!!
David
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07-02-2008, 11:14 PM
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Sweet kid, lovely drawing. Yes, I agree, painting and drawing from life is more fun!
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07-03-2008, 10:48 AM
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David:
Really like this! You have captured the feel of the lighting in a wonderful way. 
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07-03-2008, 12:01 PM
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David,
As always, a lovely and sensitive drawing.I s it charcoal?
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07-03-2008, 01:41 PM
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Michele, Michael, Chris, thank you so much.
Yes, Chris, it's charcoal w/ white highlights on Canson paper. Knowing I only have 45 minutes, I always feel a bit rushed doing this kind of sketch. If I have 2 - 3 hours, then I can take the time to be more accurate in the placing of features. But it's all good. I just have to find some models who will be willing to sit for me. 
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07-04-2008, 12:03 AM
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This is a lovely job, David - 45 minutes is a really short time. I'm impressed! Sensitive and judicious use of highlights, too.
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07-05-2008, 09:12 PM
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Just lovely! I agree with you that painting from life is a must!
Dianne
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07-06-2008, 09:53 AM
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Great drawing, David! Considering you had only 45 minutes, I would say it is incredibly accurate. It has that direct energy--not fussed over but thoughtful.
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07-06-2008, 11:37 PM
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Linda, Dianne, Alex, thank you so much.
At my school, the periods are 55 minutes long, so once everybody is settled and working, I'll pull aside a student as a guinea pig. That usually leaves me about 45 min. I do feel rushed in that time frame. I think for the way I work 2 - 3 hours is way more comfortable. But 45 min. is a good test! These drawings from life, I don't do them nearly enough - I should try to do at least one every day.
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