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This is a 10-minute pose. Our art model was a no-show, so we posed for each other.
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I am often asked how I am able to get so much done so quickly when I draw and paint. I have a simple formula for "speed" in terms of working from life. Speed = Accuracy + Efficiency Accuracy is something you train to achieve by drawing, and specifically by doing exercises that train your accuracy...
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Hi there! I'm new to this site, and I wanted to ask around for ideas in the drawing field. I am a senior in art school, and I have to have a senior exhibition. I have a couple of ideas such as: - Self portrait challenge: #1 With Props, #2 Experimenting with Light, #3 Mood - Identity: Close-up of...
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Hi I am getting back to drawing and love the expressiveness of charcoal as a medium for figure drawing. I have tried out vine charcoal and compressed charcoals on Strathmore Charcoal paper. I find that vine erases too easily and the compressed charcoals are hard to erase and a bit greasy. Could someone...
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"From the Stairwell Below", 2010, Katherine Nelson, 22x30", Charcoal on white paper Eliminating sunlight as a source I discovered street lamps, spot lights, lit windows, and the soft moon as sources to illuminate the nocturne. Drawing night on white paper is a building process which requires...
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Very nice thought provoking drawings! Amanda the Strong is wonderful! www.katherinenelsonart.com
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I'm 22 years old. Starting drawing for 3 years. This is my third piece with charcoal. Thanks for your comments!
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Haha... Oh my gosh - don't even get me started on that again... :) I've been working on another charcoal drawing and I completely bypassed using them. Thanks for your comment Julie (and welcome, by the way) - I look forward to seeing some of your work! - Dan
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Hi Vince - thanks for the compliment! Yes, I did use white charcoal and the only blending I did was where I laid down the white charcoal over the dark. Looking back, I think I should have done some more blending on the lock to give it a texture contrast against the wooden door. If you want more info...