Monday, August 31, 2009

Post Apocalyptic Pirelli Calendar


Hello folks, felt like sketching today.
This sketch originated from the "EDs" series. I was thinking about sketching them but something better happened. One of those happy accidents.
I liked this sketch. So much so that I'll be painting it digitally (this time is for real).
Yay for nonsense!!!
Thanks for looking.

Figure Drawing Class



Hello folks, the images shown in this post are from my figure drawing class.
The first one is a 3 minute sketch done with ink wash on Bristol paper.
The second one shows some theory and quick tips I gave to the students in class. Chalk on Chalkboard.
It's kinda hard to draw on chalkboard, it's hard to keep the correct proportions.
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Sunday, August 23, 2009

Early XMas Sketch and Tv Sketches


Hello folks, how are you doing?
I watched some DVDs this weekend and decided to sketch a little. For those who follow the show - yes, the sketches on the left page are from Comedy Central's "RENO911". I just bought the 5th season. Funny stuff, man. Funny stuff.
On the right side, there's a XMAS sketch (I know it's a bit early for that). Maybe I'll paint it digitally and send out as a XMAS Card.
Thanks for stopping by and for putting up with all the nonsense.

Friday, August 21, 2009

Ed - Woodcut version


Hello folks, this was my first attempt with woodcut printing. It's kinda hard to work with the tools, it takes a bit getting used to.
I know I'm gonna have to practice a whole lot! It was fun, though.
Hope you'll enjoy it.
Thanks for stopping by.

Monday, August 17, 2009

Quick Acrylics study - Kevin's Plush toys


Hello folks, this is a quick study done yesterday night, while watching Tv. I used acrylics and some pastels.
The objects' colors and composition caught my eye, I tried to set aside my will to detail it, focusing my attention on capturing the mood and emphasizing the colors.
It was done fast - impulsive and fun. Hope you enjoy it.
I also posted this sketch at another blog called "Desenhos de Observação". Feel free to check it out, there's a lot of good artists posting their artwork there.
Thanks for stopping by.

Saturday, August 15, 2009

Thumbnail studies... and Ed.


Hello folks, some (actually, only two) atmospheric perspective thumbnails done with Photoshop.
And.. of course... (sigh) Ed.
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Thursday, August 13, 2009

Some Nonsense


Hello everyone.
Say hi to my little friends, Ed, Ned, Ted and Fred. I tried to set my mind on "empty" and that's what happened.
It's not supposed to have any meaning. Just some doodles.
Done this morning while teaching.
Thanks for stopping by.

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Quick studies - Soldiers


Hello folks, I haven't had time to actually finish something up to post here (busy, busy, busy...).
In the meantime I hope you enjoy the studies.
Thanks for stopping by.

Saturday, August 01, 2009

Exaggeration


Hello folks, it's been a while...
These sketches are either from Tv or photographs. I tried to exaggerate the features and shapes a bit.
Thanks for looking.