I did this portrait last night while sitting on the patio of my favorite bar. Sometimes I think it is an unwise thing to sketch people who are heavy because they always seemed to be a little annoyed with the image you create. It is a natural reaction and one where I know I'd react the same way. Most of us (me included) carry around in our heads a self image of how we looked when we were very young. Personally, I found this woman to be very attractive regardless of her weight. I was also pleased with the results of this sketch. I finally had the nerve to work a little bit slower and to stare at my subject. Frankly, I'm uncomfortable staring at people especially since I seldom tell them I am drawing them.
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Mmm, I know what you mean. About my only opportunity to draw people is at work. They know about me now and get self-conscious when they think I am drawing them. I think you and I need to join a life-drawing class. I like Becky, she has a kind face. Keep up the good work Stephen, I am always interested in where you are going next and appreciative of your thoughtful comments and suggestions for me.
ReplyDeleteYour positive view of her comes through very well. A fine piece of drawing.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sarah. I agree, a class would be probably very beneficial. Just yesterday I thought I'd draw while in the National Gallery but only got two small sketches done because I didn't feel comfortable with so many people in the gallery. It can be difficult, depending on mood, to draw in public or at least for me it is.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dave. She was a very pleasant person to talk to.