Fixing a broken lamp that is a prop.
Adding more colored thread.
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I finally finished making a paintbrush holder for my watercolor brushes.  I attended Creativity Explored's art opening tonight.  While in the library to scan some textbook material for my class, I quickly flipped through the recent copy of Artforum Magazine. Found a beautiful picture of the Basilica of the Fourteen Holy Helpers located in Germany. This church is an amazing representation of late Baroque, one of my favorite periods. Afterward, I searched online for more pictures.    Then I found an article and picture featuring the artwork of the filmmaker Derek Jarman. I did not realize he had created works like this series that used unconventional mediums such as tar and other mixed media. I really like them.    I've been feeling especially down the last few days and glad I forced myself to attend the collage group.  I sorted a bunch of source materials today.
I was really out of it today and was quickly aware that the experiences and drawings were subpar.     This was my favorite drawing for the day.
While surfing the web tonight, I discovered this amazing painter.         My finished work for the day.  My work in progress  Another of my finished pieces for the day.  Another of my works in progress.  Airy's work in progress  Tobiah's excellent collage  Tobiah's work in progress  Tobiah's collage
Tonight I was especially excited to attend the art opening featuring two artists. One of the artists is Kal, who is a good friend. He is one of the sweetest guys ever. I've also followed the second artists work for some time.    This is my favorite piece that is not only mysteriously magical, but aesthetically beautiful.    Close-up   Close-up   Today had mixed experiences. I had some very loose and quick drawings that I like but then others that were fussy and took way too long to complete.  This was my favorite drawing of the day.    I spent the session sorting though magazines and starting a new collage.   Airy's work in progress.  Our mess.
   Airy's work in progress. It struck a chord amongst cafe goers.
I could tell instantly starting today that it was going to be a challenge to gather enough energy needed to produce sketches that were satisfactory. I like the small leg drawing and that is about it. I invested a bunch of energy in the last drawing, but it was difficult to sustain this. Perhaps if I invested more time, I may find a place of peace with it.      My favorite drawing of the day (above)  I bought a small circle cutter and finished this collage.  I felt uninspired by many of the poses, which left me feeling a tad disappointed. That said, I did create some sketches which I like. I even took an old drawing that I disliked and attempted to make it better.  An old sketch made better.   My favorite drawing of the day.   Probably one of my more accessible drawings. Over the years I've collected many pastel sets. Lately, I've been mixing the uglier colors to get some rich browns and burnt siennas.  |
AUTHORTerrance Graven is a San Francisco artist whose installations incorporate sculptural elements, performance art, costumes, sound pieces, and theatrical lighting. CATEGORIES
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