Every time I attend figure drawing session I try to make the most of it by continuing to explore different styles of drawing and do as many sketches as possible. During the warm up sessions (1-2 minute poses) is when I explore the most, combining cubism, action sketches, wide-stroke drawings, illustration, etc. More recently I noticed I’ve been getting better at drawings in block-form. I don’t consider these drawings cubism yet, but its just the start of my exploration. (more…)
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Figure Drawing with Charcoal on Construction Paper
Continuing my exploration with figure drawing, here are a few sketches done with charcoal on construction paper. The idea for this set came from seeing drawings done on gray paper. I found most construction paper would work just as good as paper specially designed for drawing. Most of these drawings were done on square (12″ x 12″) scrapbook paper, I cropped them to fit an 4×6 ratio. (more…)
Pasadena Chalk Festival 2010
Our 7th year participating at the Pasadena Chalk Festival was fun in many aspects. Usually, we scramble and work extra hard to finish our mural, but this year it seemed we were able to complete on time and were able to mingle more frequently with other artists. As usual, the decision for the design this year was a last minute choice. We recreated one of my original designs “Mother and Child”, I believe I’ve extended the use of this design as far as I can. (more…)
Chalk Drawing – Flower Family
As the Chalk Festival in Pasadena approaches, its a perfect time to get reacquainted with chalk materials and get back into drawing mode. This drawing is part of a project I was asked to participate in, where various artists from past events create and submit a piece which will be displayed and sold within the next month or so. This will be my first chalk drawing for sale; naturally, part of the proceeds will go to non-profit organization Light Bringer Project. (more…)
Figure Drawing with Watercolors
It’s been almost a year since I last posted. I haven’t stopped drawing or painting, but I’ve slowed down a lot. Since moving back to Los Angeles, finding free time to paint or draw can be difficult. I’ve been attending drawing sessions for almost two years now. It used to be weekly when I lived in Riverside County, but now that its more like once a month. These drawing sessions with live unclothed models are a great way to maintain your drawing skills and try new media while attempting to draw very quickly. It’s also a great opportunity to meet different artist and get inspiration from them. (more…)