I like this process, which obviously works for isolated figures but can work in other contexts as well. It forces you to make the subject "read" in silhouette which makes for a stronger pose. I'll definitely try this out soon!
Pierre, yes, that's what I was thinking when I did this. I was largely inventing this figure, as people were zooming by so fast. So I painted the silhouette to see if it worked, then "lit it up" by painting the local color.
I have a funny feeling the next sketchbook page will involve a dinosaur on roller skates playing the violin.
ReplyDeleteThat pose is great !
ReplyDeleteCaution ! Master at work !
Always a delight to see your work. Cheerio jada
ReplyDeleteHow do you like the new process? Is there a reason to do it beyond experimentation?
ReplyDeleteCan you elaborate a bit on the process James?
ReplyDeleteI like this process, which obviously works for isolated figures but can work in other contexts as well. It forces you to make the subject "read" in silhouette which makes for a stronger pose. I'll definitely try this out soon!
ReplyDeletePierre, yes, that's what I was thinking when I did this. I was largely inventing this figure, as people were zooming by so fast. So I painted the silhouette to see if it worked, then "lit it up" by painting the local color.
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