Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Exploration


pencil on paper. 18" x 24"
2010 
ball point pen on illustration board. 10" x 12"
2010

chalk pastel on Canson paper. 12" x 12"
2010

mixed media. 15" x 15"
2010

ink on board.  11" x 14"
2010

Experimenting with different medium and surface.

Water Soluble Oils

 water soluble oil. 11" x 14"
2010

acrylic and water soluble oil. 11" x 14"
2010

water soluble oil. 17" x 14"
2010

My first attempt at water soluble oil.  I was too afraid to lay on thick paint (because it would take weeks to dry and to fix if I made a mistake...) so I worked with thin, translucent layers of paint.  I wouldn't say it was the best method of approach but it was a good experience. 

The underpainting of the second piece was done in acrylic. (most of the dark purples) While painting with oil, I left some of the underpainting to show through. 

Monday, April 4, 2011

Life Drawing 2010


charcoal on paper. 18" x 24"
2010

Illustration for Business Article on "Super Angels"

mixed media. 5" x 6"
2011


Illustration for a business article on investors called 'Super Angels'.  Super Angels invest small amounts of money, usually in start-up companies.  For the companies, this is much more manageable and allows them to grow.  

Instead of solving this conceptually, I thought it was more suitable for the magazine (geared towards younger audience) to create something eye-catching and whimsical.

Fairytale Book Cover

ink and watercolour on paper. 6" x 9"
2011

It scanned terribly.  All the light washes of colour and details are missing... I will update with a better scan soon!

Braid


watercolour and gouache on paper. 8" x 20"
2010