King Street Church Beauty in Diversity Art exhibit

I currently have ‘Ronald’ and ‘Rose’ in the Beauty in Diversity show from March 10^th to March 25^th. 

The theme for Beauty in Diversity is the interpretation of Genesis 1:3-5. Diversity and contrast was the central theme whether it is taken literally or an interpretation of light and dark, space and mass, or male and female.  It is a pleasure and quite amazing to see the amount of artists that are a part of the exhibit.  There are over 50 local artists in six different categories from Arts & Crafts, Young Artists, Sculptures, Paintings, Drawings and Photography.

Ronald received a certificate of recognition in the drawing category.  If you are in the Chambersburg, Pa area, stop by and enjoy the exhibit until March 25^th.

Clio, the Muse of History WIP

I’m moving in a new direction with this drawing, and not focus so much detail or the photo-realistic approach used for Ronald.  I’m not giving up on my detailed approach but trying to see what else can be accomplished by focusing on form and composition.  I hope this drawing is successful in conveying more emotion or interest.

Clio, the Muse of History WIP

I took this photo in Gettysburg last month for the upcoming Gettysburg Festival plein air event.  There are a few areas I normally go to in Gettysburg to draw and paint but I have a tendency to always stay close to my comfort zone or the familiar places.  This particular morning I came out with the intentions of taking photos, no sketch pad, no paint, just my camera on a beautiful day. 

Initially some of my photographs were okay but I wasn’t getting the perfect picture or the “that’s it moment” until the end of the morning. 

I thought I should take a few photos of the monuments that mean so much to us.  I am glad I took the time to really get out of my normal mind set and enjoy the landscape.  Clio sits fairly high on Slocum Ave in Gettysburg.  A frontal picture wasn’t too appealing since it didn’t show exactly what she was doing, but from her right side were very interesting angles.  It was amazing especially not knowing at the time the angles were going to work so well together. 

Below is a link to the monument.

123^rd New York Infantry Regiment.  

Rookie painter

Here is my contribution for Rookie Painter challenge 34.

I had a lot of fun with this one, my sketch seemed to come together easier than the final piece. I have a few value changes left but for now it's complete.

‘Kettle and Apple’

12”x 16”. Graphite on Bristol board.

8.5” x 11” Graphite sketch

Paint and Draw Together

‘Tomatoes’

 5”x 8”. Watercolor on Arches CP.

The watercolor and graphite sketch are from “Paint and Draw Together”, an online challenge for artist of any level to participate in.         

I am about halfway done with the final painting, and was originally planning on having it completed today.  But since “Paint and Draw Together” challenge 26 is over at the end of day,  I had to post something or it didn’t feel right to complete the painting at all.  I’ll finish the final painting soon and post.

Ronald

‘Ronald’

 9”x 12”. Graphite on Frabriano CP.

Ronald was completed last fall for the Harrisburg Art Association’s annual student show and won first place in graphite.

This drawing for me was a realization that with hard work and dedication come results and accomplishments.

Photo reference Wetcanvas photo library.

Ronald is currently on display at Lancaster County Art Association winter membership show and has also received an honorable mention.

WIP Final

I wish I had the opportunity to find out more about this man but unfortunately, I don’t even know his name.  He has such a compelling face, a story to tell and I wonder what he was thinking when his picture was taken.  I hope I have done a good job capturing him emotion and portraying his humanity.

I added more value in his face and coat before using workable fixative. Graphite dust was used on the background to create more depth.  At some point I might go back to this drawing to add more detail.

Photo reference: Robert Dziewulski