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Cookie Consultation - charcoal still life drawing | SOLD
Despite multiple consultations, that darn cookie did not foresee last week's technical *hiccup* that crashed this blog. Maybe I was unwise to eat those Misfortune Cookies after all
So here is a belated wish that your Year of the Rabbit delivers multiplying health and happiness and breeds many creative opportunities
"Cookie Consultation" charcoal 12" x 10" For sale on Etsy
Dippy Eggs and Soldiers | charcoal and pastel still life drawing | 16x12"
There is something elegantly simple about a soft boiled egg for lunch. It doesn't take a bunch of elaborate preparation; it's a quick shot of protein to sustain that "big push" through the afternoon slump, but most of all it stirs a childlike joy in being allowed to play with my food
Nourishment for body and soul
It is a well tested phenomenon that 20 minutes after eating a Chinese meal, you want another one Seems it goes for drawing them too
During the last large still life drawing, I discovered that splendid orange shadow cast on the noodle box and knew it needed a picture of its own - more space to breath
I am loving this paper too - Johannot by Canson - it gives a very soft, velvety finish to the drawing that I really like. I am keeping working notes on all the papers I try in an online scrapbook. So if you are another weirdo who loves paper a little too much, then leave me a recommendation for your favorite at The Paperphiles
Hey, for some women it's shoes - me, I go weak at the knees in a paper store. I remember the day I found Kate's Paperie in New York - boy that was a good day!
(Actually, I quite like shoes too)
Description : Large charcoal and pastel still life drawing of left over sweet and sour sauce and Chinese noodle box
As I was setting up the still life, I fell in love with that shadow looming on the back wall. Such drama! But as I continued to draw and took the time to look closer, other quieter elements of the arrangement started to quicken my heart
So, in order to share what I see, my fortune cookie predicts there will be another chinese take out in my future Hey ho - such are the sacrifices for art
Description : a dark dramatic shadow looms in the background of this large charcoal and pastel still life drawing of chinese take out - noodle box, crumpled paper bag and broken fortune cookie
22″ x 30″, charcoal and pastel still life drawing
This charcoal and pastel still life drawing is part of the “Carbon Footprints” series
purple chocolate box with green ribbon | charcoal and pastel drawing
Normally I wouldn't be able to resist the last chocolate, but Peanut Butter Cup - no problem. We end up fighting about who won't eat that one. But you know I couldn't resist that luscious purple box
No title for this one yet, so leave any suggestions in a comment and I might just send you the last chocolate
Description : large charcoal and pastel drawing of an (almost) empty chocolate box, juicy purple box combines with pale green satin ribbon to leave a mouthwatering longing for the last chocolate...even if it is Peanut Butter Cup
22" x 30", charcoal and pastel still life drawing
This charcoal and pastel still life drawing is part of the “Carbon Footprints” series
these were so yummy - especially for no sugar added. Just as well I bought two boxes. It's like finishing the first layer of chocolates, only to discover a second layer hidden underneath. What a delight! (Not sure two boxes counts as "low carb" though.)
And such beautiful sage green boxes with irresistible blue stripey bakers string deserved a HUGE piece of paper - 30" x 22", my largest Carbon Footprint yet.
The original drawing will be included in the exhibition "The Cube and I" starting March 14th (Lordy! I'd better get my skates on and frame it!)
Giclee prints are available from my Etsy store Or drop me a line to arrange payment.
Description : charcoal and pastel still life drawing of empty chocolate muffin wrappers and cake boxes
This charcoal and pastel still life drawing is part of the “Carbon Footprints” series.
Proud Auntie Jo has been having a rather splendid few days back in Blighty to snuggle my new nephew; catch-up with friends and family and make a quick pilgrimage to the National Gallery to see Constable's Haywain (amongst other gems). And how do I celebrate returning to the frozen NorthEast?
Oh dear - large coke and fries to go (good job I didn't make any New Year's Resolutions really)
No title yet, so leave me a suggestion in the comments
fries to go - charcoal and pastel drawing
charcoal and pastel still life drawing
Description : charcoal still life drawing of empty fast food wrappers, large coke and empty fries carton
This charcoal still life drawing is part of the “Carbon Footprints” series.
I can't believe it has taken this long for my beloved onion skins to put in an appearance on trash day!
This picture was originally in black and white, but after taking it along to The Exhibitors' Co-op, my weekly art critiquing group, it was suggested that what this picture needed was a spot of color ...and boy were they right!
I may not always agree with each objection and/or solutionn - and frankly they do not always agree either - leading to some livley discussions over the tea and brownies.
But each opinion has the same motivation - to make the piece better and to keep me learning and growing as an artist.
I thank each one of them for the lessons they have taught me. (And I do love to hear those magic words "It's Done")
Description: charcoal and pastel still life drawing of a transparent onion skin
This charcoal still life drawing is part of the “Carbon Footprints” series.
It's getting too cold for lettuce now, so salad is on hold for a few months now. Goodbye goat cheese crumbles. Farewell balsamic dressing. Walnuts...well you can stick around to double as croutons.
Anyone have a good recipe for Lettuce Soup?
charcoal and pastel drawing 13" x 11"
Purple stubby pencil ends may not be in your trash...and frankly they rarely make it to mine. They are just too darn cute! I keep promising I will make them into earrings, or string them onto a necklace, but they just end up kicking around the bottom of the pencil tray with the scratty ends of eraser and frisket paper.
(Frisket Paper is like low tack see through sticky plastic and is very good for lifting small details in color pencil drawings - not it's original purpose. Found in all good Art Supply Stores)
I'm rather happy that this drawing has been accepted for the Exhibitors' Co-op Healthy Heart exhibition this Spring in Summit New Jersey, along with my squishy strawberries.
Description: charcoal and purple pastel still life drawing of a pencil shaving and stub
This charcoal still life drawing is part of the “Carbon Footprints” series.
