Shading techniques...

This was my first attempt at illustrating a person. Have to say it was very daunting but I managed to get this far in one evening :) I remember struggling with the shading...a lot. I do think there's plenty of room for improvement. So I need to practice, practice, practice. My version is the one on the right. It's not very clear as this picture was scanned. I'll post the completed one soon...

Illustrations

This Portrait of Igor Stravinsky, c. 1920 by Picasso was my first 'serious' task that I drew upside down! Yes, I was not allowed to turn it over until I completed it. The one on the right is a photocopy of the picture I had to replicate. It was a challenge drawing all the negative shapes but I kept reminding myself to let my negative thoughts go and just carry on. For the first time in my life I drew hands...real hands and not the stick figure kind! The second it was done I could not stop jumping for joy. I was so PROUD of my accomplishment...YAY!!

Woman with a confident stance... I had a container filled with lots of magazine cut outs, images, postcards, bits of text etc. I chose a few images and created a collage with them that I used as my inspiration for this piece which is still a work in progress.

My very first task that just makes my heart smile :) When I was instructed to draw a tree and myself, I sat there feeling so intimidated. I had no clue where to start or what to do. I scribbled lightly on the page. Made a few 'scratches' here and there. I happened to mention that I enjoy creating henna tattoos and that struck a chord with me! My creativity seemed to flow once I had anchored my thoughts and just went with it. It is quite evident that I have a penchant for fine intricate patterns...an interesting observation.