I'm continually drawn by the 'hard line' between bright, hot light and shadow, especially as it plays on dark fur. This is another experiment for me -- I used ink and watercolor to capture my values, and used colored pencil for the final detail. And of course, my subject, as it often is, my little companion Cleo! She's a great model, doesn't complain, and has a very reasonable rate. She works for homemade treats! She does, however, chase anything that moves, so I have to quickly get a picture of her before she dashes off.
The weather is warming up and the garden is starting to beckon me. I think it's almost time to start plein air...now THAT is a frustrating experience for me! We'll see if I create anything decent to post...if nothing else I can post my embarassing forays outside with a paint brush! Happy May to all and thanks for stopping by!
My favorite quote for the month: "In all things of nature, there is something of the marvelous." - Aristotle
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