Posts Tagged ‘sketchbook’
Art and memory: Developing skills
November 7, 2013
Above: Leslie Moffat Ward “Trees near Holdenhurst”, 1913, etching Some techniques used by artists to develop the application of memory Approach these “exercises” in a playful, experimental way and in any order that you prefer. They are really mind games rather than true drawing exercises. These methods are primarily designed to change the way that you see and remember. […]
2013 | Blog, Sketches | Tags: essence of an object, exercises, Manet, memory, sketchbook, sketches
The essence of an object: the role of memory
October 19, 2013
How does memory tie in with the creation of art? A quick internet search for “memory & art” directs me to websites in which events or people are commemorated in painting, sculpture and other media. Further searching leads me to information on those who use childhood memories to create highly imaginative and unusual work. Drawing from life […]
2013 | Blog | Tags: essence of an object, Matisse, memory, sketchbook
Holiday Sketchbook: Rome and Santa Marinella
July 12, 2013
Above: Santa Marinella beach, near Rome Our recent family holiday in Italy was a good mixture of sightseeing, exploration, eating out, beach time and relaxing together. I continued to draw and sketch, aiming to make the images as varied as the holiday itself. Here are some pages from these sketchbooks: Santa Marinella Above: Holiday roof terrace Above: Santa […]
2013 | Blog, Sketches | Tags: beach, sketchbook, sketches, travel journalComments (1)
A Dog’s Place
March 20, 2013
Some thoughts on drawing dogs indoors, with reference to Pierre Bonnard Above: “Carafe, Marthe Bonnard with her dog”, by Pierre Bonnard, c.1912-15. This little dachshund is small but determined. His upright shape will not allow the viewer’s eye to wander out of the left side of this picture. We occasionally have a special house-guest: […]
2013 | Blog | Tags: Bonnard, dogs, shapes, sketchbook
Sketchbook drawing: Girl begging on a train
March 13, 2013
It was snowing lightly on Sunday evening and I was on my way back home from Kings Cross. Ten minutes into the journey, a homeless girl came through my train begging for money. There was a long and awkward silence amongst the passengers in the carriage. People looked away nervously. I asked the girl if she’d mind being drawn, then […]
2013 | Blog, Sketches | Tags: blog, sketchbook
Warm-up exercises for artists (2)
January 19, 2013
Warm-up no. 4: Free line and wash exercise inspired by Auguste Rodin Above: Auguste Rodin drawing with wash You need: a) Drawing(s) of dancers by Auguste Rodin (find them within this blogpost and elsewhere online). b) You will also need a photo of a dancing figure. c) For drawing, have paper that is thick enough to cope with some water […]
2013 | Blog | Tags: blog, oils, Rodin, sketchbook, warm-ups
How to draw horse eyes part (2): close-up detail
September 17, 2012
A closer look at the horse’s eye Above: a sensitive photo of “Oso”by Shelley Liddell When is it useful to draw the eye in detail? In most situations, the general shadow-shape of the eye is almost all that you need when drawing a horse. For advice for artists on the shape and position of […]
2012 | Blog | Tags: blog, eyes, horses, sketchbookComments (2)
Dogs at the Musée des Beaux-Arts in Nice
August 8, 2012
A gallery visit and some surprise dogs My sketch of Michel de Tarkowsky’s bronze sculpture, “Les deux amis”, 1901 Nice is a perfect holiday destination for artists. This part of southern France is renowned for its wonderful natural light and has traditionally been a destination for those who wish to paint outdoors. Even if you […]
2012 | Blog, Sketches | Tags: blog, dogs, sketchbook, sketches
Tips on sketching at the beach: Which materials to use
August 2, 2012
Holiday in southern France A practical approach to sketching on the beach A busy beach is a fantastic place to draw people. Some will rest in one position long enough for a quick sketch, though you may also wish to pay attention to those who are playing, stretching, drying their hair, etc. Beach sketching has some advantages […]
2012 | Blog, Sketches | Tags: beach, Inktense, Neocolour, sketchbook, sketches
Sketching at last night’s jazz concert: The Georgia Mancio quartet
June 25, 2012
Yesterday’s Herts Jazz Club concert in Welwyn Garden City Sketches of the Georgia Mancio quartet My husband and I enjoyed the jazz performance at Campus West last night. I took along my usual sketchbook and few pencils and pens. Here are the resulting sketches. Roll your mouse over each picture for a little extra […]