I finally got around to working on these sketches more. They're not perfect, but much better than before.
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Many of the drawings did not turn out great, but it was still a great experience.     This is my favorite drawing of the day.      The other night I worked on a leg painting and did not like the results. I worked on it more tonight.
I decided to try using my Rapidograph ink pens to make the drawing and then fill in with watercolor. I really hate the results, so I'll work on it more another night.  Today's session was really challenging in that the actual drawing experience did not feel engaged and also I did not like the final results. Regardless, it's still good practice.    This is really overworked, but I like the shoulder and head area.   This probably the best drawing of the day, but I'm not happy with the breasts. First I worked on a second test painting for the dissected legs.
  Then I added more latex tubing to my ongoing sculpture/installation.  On the other leg painting that is a lot more transparent, I made a decision that I liked the edges painted white rather than black. So I repainted.  I also drew a pattern for a color checker on some basswood.  Finally, I sorted my paints again to make a limited palette. This is suggested by the Austin, Texas teacher, Mark Calder. I really like his free instructional videos.  Finally, I carved a torch, which can be really physical using the drawknife. After I made it, realized that the handle was way too long, so I cut it to the right length and reattached the end.      I am really pleased with this semi-abstract drawing. The model was super thin and really fun to draw.   I hate the neck and head of this one. It needs to be scrubbed or smeared.  This is one of my favorite drawings I have made in a long time.  This is one of the worst drawings.  I'm pleased with this. My artist friend Tobiah and I met at Monument's monthly drawing session.  I love the looseness of this one.   I really dislike the neck and head on this drawing. I will probably go back in and work on it some more.  I like the colors I'm using lately.  This is probably my worst for the day.   This is my favorite drawing of the day. I'm really pleased with it. |
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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