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 "Eagle", charcoal.
For whatever reason, of all the charcoals I have done, this one has
always got the most admiration. In fact, I did the very first one almost a decade
ago! I say the first, because this is the fourth. Each one, was painted for
myself. Each one before this, was sold to convincing, "I must have it"
friends and family. I was inspired, because the strong, black and white contrasts of
charcoal, truly depict this national icon.
Original
charcoal on paper.
Studio work, 1992.
18"x24" - NFS, Collection the artist.
Signed and Dated.
Framed and matted.
"Baby Red Sierra", watercolor.
My husband is my most devoted fan. He was the one, years ago, that encouraged
me to move my talent to watercolors. It did not surprise him, however, when-par for
my personality, I for-goed easier firsts and chose this detailed painting of a baby
fox. (*The Tower was my first oil, hee-hee.) I tell this story, because it was
the beginning of my 'style' in watercolor. When people saw this, they'd
say...'watercolors are suppose to be 'watery' looking'. Well, I knew what they
meant. However, all I heard was a challenge. For me, that's inpiration!
I set out to combine my experience with seeing detail, the brilliant transparacy of
watercolors, the familiar patience needed for no-error-allowed paper, my love for reading
the eyes of animals-and eventually, our love for travel and history. So, like all
artists, I am sure, I am critical of the painting from my growth, but it will always hold
special meaning to me.
Original watercolor on paper.
Studio work, 1993.
16"x20" - $2225.00
Signed and Dated.
Framed/Matted. |
