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In an attempt to revive the poor beast, I submit to the jury: the Sharkaroo.


Swim Little Guy!

Engage!

I did a couple paintings this past weekend. 4 hours each, ala prima style, in oils. Picard 4 Lyfe.

Again with the life drawings

Here is yet another Life IV homework piece. The assignment: create a costumed figure.

The Result: I wanted to try working on exposed wood panel, working ink, oil glazes and varnish over it. I think it had an interesting effect. You really need to see it in person to get the effect of the shiny, shiny varnish.

Working backwards

here is another life drawing IV project:


Just a quick and dirty portrait of a buddy of mine. Done in oils.

Attempts at Alla Prima

This triptych was created for my final project for my Illustration Life Drawing 4 class. Our only direction was that it be figural, so here it is:

(it's desktop size)

I wanted to try my hand at some alla prima painting (I have a class in it next semester, and want to have some experience going into it). It's a bit of a tribute to Phil Hale, and Ashley Wood; Enjoy.