Because I do a lot of landscapes I tend to see everything through the eyes of a landscape painter.
Her curly hair was fun and I imagined drawing trees, and bushes.
Her oversized hoodie reminded me of of hills, valleys and other topography.
I don't know if my sketch does her justice, but it was really enjoyable to do.
The Reader
9B Graphite Pencil in Moleskine Sketchbook
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Wow Rob, this is awesome :-)
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DeleteYour interesting description about seeing trees, hills and valleys gave me a lot to think about, and I shall try this some time. I always find hair difficult, particularly curly hair. Your drawing, as always is marvellous, and I love the dense, cross-hatched background.
ReplyDeleteI appreciate your comment Jez
DeleteThis is really alive this picture of this lady. Great!
ReplyDeleteCarol Ann
Thank You Carol Ann
DeleteYou know what impresses me? How well you got her glasses on right! The whole thing sings! I bet it looks just like her too. Is she someone you know personally?
ReplyDeleteThanks Lynn. Yes a friend.
DeleteRob, this is super! Great shading on her hair and face. Doing a person is really not much different than doing a landscape, you're right. It is just arranged a bit differently.
ReplyDeleteThanks Joan
DeleteThis is beautiful, Rob, and I love your narration for how you translated your experience with landscapes to this portrait...
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful, love your works!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mia
DeleteIt's all about shapes and values, right? You did a terrific job. I see the similarities. I bet it looks just like her.
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