This pet portrait was a commission from a coworker who wanted several pictures on one drawing.Β From a design standpoint I thought it was not a good look.Β But the customer is always right, so I did it.Β I didn't like the final outcome, but he did so that is all that matters I guess.Β This is my favorite of the lot. Although the customer was pleased, it is not a piece that I would use as a sample of my best work.Β I suppose this is something to consider when you are being commissioned to do something that does not align with your vision.Β I think that graphic artists must deal with this issue all the time.Β It is exactly why I am not attracted to that industry. My goal is to build a situation where I make what I am inspired to create, . . .
A Colored Pencil Secret that is Surprisingly Helpful
This post includes a colored pencil secret.Β Drawing with colored pencils is a challenge, but also a joy.Β Β Using colored pencil involves layering and blending colors to create the desired effect. . . .
Fruit on Shirts
This vintage colored pencil painting I intended to become a series of fruit on shirts but it never happened.Β The hours it took me to finish each piece killed . . .