Nothing like a rather indecisive sky – sun? rain? nasty weather? A chilly autumn day as winter closes in on the wetlands leading to the sea.
Author: -N-
Gone to the Dogs
We are dog lovers, and cat lovers, too. While they don’t dine with us, they do get a bit spoiled.
My sister sent this to me and I thought it was too good not to share. If you have critters, you’ll get it.
Happy Thanksgiving and holidays to come!
A Winter Sunset in California
Winter in California usually brings rain. So far, nothing. The grassy hills die down to beige and brown, the oak trees are dark spots against the pale grasses. It’s a beauty of its own. Here, the beginning of a sunset casting its warmth on the peaks as the day ends.
Atilt
We had only a 2-week session of out pencil portrait class. We met in a park behind the local library for a couple of hours for the past two Wednesdays, and I will miss them so much! Perhaps next year? I hope so.
Our teacher, Steve, is a lovely man, encouraging with a sharp eye and pithy, simple suggestions. I know I have improved a great deal in the few sessions we have had.
So, for today’s portrait, I chose to use the photo below, found on Pixabay. I love the expression in this photo, as well as the challenges it posed – the tilt of the head, the odd angles, the contrast. My own drawing failed to catch this beautiful face, but it did work as far as placement of eyes, nose, mouth, ear. It was really a tough study!
The pencil portrait class has gotten me interested in drawing faces. I’ve done three so far. Maybe something to schedule every Wednesday morning to keep my hand in it, and hope Steve will honor us with another series next year.
Etretat Through My Eyes
My version . . . I didn’t try to be accurate about the geology, but I wanted to represent the beauty I have seen here. Proportions are off, but the spirit of the place was the goal, as well as the wonderful striations which make up the area.
Ink, Yarn & Beer 