Silken Blues

Humble beginnings

This is throwback from a while ago; recalling how it all begins - with free-flowing guidelines, values to indicate light & shadow and a few dark notes to define the features. There's something about unfinished work that I find very appealing; and I love this cast for the endearing emotion it carries. I read this somewhere, and I think it true - Its not so much just the eyes but also the lips that hold the key to the expression.

I came across this sketch recently and I thought it would be apt for a post to commemorate the humble beginnings of this blog. I am pleased to note the 3000+ views!! Heartfelt gratitude to all the dutiful followers and to the new few who may have stumbled upon it by pure chance!

I Figure..

A full day of figure sketching at Randall Sexton's Studio. Worked on poses lasting from 20 min to an hour. I like the tiny bit of work that has gone into the drapery. It helps to suggest the form of the figure. The best part though, is figuring out the subtle temperature and color notes in the skin tones! It is quite an intensive exercise in observation.