Daily Sketch + painting series
Today’s sketch(es)
Also, I’m working on a series, here’s how far I’ve gotten.
I don’t shoot a series all at once, I actually shoot poses for several series with a model and then let the series come together over the years as I match the right model to the series. So, I’ve been working on this series for six years. I have all the rest of the paintings for this series on canvas, ready to be painted. I’d like to finish it this month.
This series has kind of been my main thesis, about portraying feminine strength and confidence. I’ll write more about how I got here when I’m complete, but for now, that’s a peak into how this works and the long term plan I started back on ‘03 when Trish asked, “why don’t you try to get a gallery show?”
Daily Sketch: Old School Glamour
Here’s a sketch from a shoot I did last year. I hadn’t intended it to look like a 40s Hollywood photo, it just turned out that way. It’ll be my next painting, but (at least with this painting of it) I won’t be emphasizing this style. Maybe I’ll paint it again. For now, here’s the sketch
Daily Sketches Are Back
I’ve taken a little break from painting. I was to start a new portrait painting class tomorrow night at the Studio Incamminati, a place I’ve wanted to study at for a few years, but the class was canceled. So I got a couple hundred bucks back on unused paints and canvases, but I’m not sure what my painting schedule is next.
Here’s today’s sketch. I’ll be painting this in dyes soon.
Also, I’m going to paint some beaches soon, too.
I am currently feeling a little all over the place, there’s at least four series of paintings fighting for first position in my head, so for now, a step back is necessary.
Painting Study. Reflections series. Stoya
Here’s a sketch I did in preparation for a new painting for a new series I’ve been working on for a few years. Just getting to paint it now.
In this one, the model is Stoya. She’s gorgeous, and has very defined features, but for some reason though I’m very good at capturing people’s likenesses, I’m hit or miss when I draw Stoya. I think it’s because her features are very subtle. Part of the beauty. It also allows her to create many different looks.
I’ve got a likeness drawn on the canvas now that I’m happy with, I’ll post a picture of it later. For now, here’s a breakdown. It’s not so flattering, but it will help me later when I paint.
Sideshow Sketchy’s
Pictures from Friday night’s Dr. Sketchy’s Philly. Models this session were from the Olde City Sideshow. I won one of their t-shirts for a drawing I did with my left hand (I’m a righty). I don’t have that picture here, but I’ll post it soon. Just got my scanner working after a few months.
Dr. Sketchy Sketches from New York and Philly
Sketches from Dr.Sketchy’s in New York from 6/13/09
Sketchy’s from Dr. Sketchy’s Philly from 3/20/09
Fallen Princesses Essay by Dina Goldstein
Here’s a photo essay that caught my eye. It’s more of a sad message than I’d like, but the technique is similar to some things I’ve been working on. Since I’m expecting a kid later this year, I’m really distracted by the urge to smack Snow White’s Prince Charming in the head. Also, if you’re intrigued by this work, you may want to check our Bill Willingham’s Fables comic. I’m a regular reader.
Fallen Princess at JPGMagazine
By Dina Goldstein
8 June 2009These works place Fairy Tale characters in modern day scenarios. In all of the images the Princess is placed in an environment that articulates her conflict. The ‘…happily ever after’ is replaced with a realistic outcome and addresses current issues.
Dr. Sketchy New York! Justine Joli!
I went to Dr. Sketchy’s again, this time in NYC this past Saturday. The amazingly talented and accomplished Molly Crabapple was there. I’m eternally grateful to her for establishing Dr. Sketchy’s Anti-Art School.
I’m going to the Dr. Sketchy’s Philly this Friday, let me know if you’re interested. It’s fun, there’s cool people and free beer, and it’s in an amazing part of the Fleisher Art Memorial that’s not always open.
I’m going to post about 20 sketches soon, from Philly and NYC Dr. Sketchy’s, but for now, here’s one of the beautiful Justine Joli.
New tool for color studies
I’m going to try out this new iPhone app for doing color studies. I’ll publish the studies and the paintings here.
Brushes
Brushes is a natural media painting application designed from scratch for the iPhone and iPod touch. Featuring an advanced color picker, several realistic brushes, extreme zooming, and a simple yet deep interface, it is a powerful tool for creating original artwork on your mobile device.