As I threw out the concept of the apple challenge a few days ago, I thought I'd better make a start on one.
I had a need to draw again after painting steadily for awhile and chose charcoal. I used charcoal pencils for this. I guess I just wasn't in 'mess' mode. Not that it made a lot of difference,as I tend to be pretty much 'hands on' with charcoal in any form.
Let's see what else I can come up with in terms of drawing and colour for apples over the next few weeks. I hope you'll join me. I look forward to learning from each drawing or painting that is posted.
mmm I might have a go - can't remember the last time I painted an apple!
ReplyDeleteOK I had a go in watercolour and cp - here: http://vivienb.blogspot.com/2009/09/apple-in-watercolour-and-coloured.html
ReplyDeleteLovely study, Jeanette. Splendid the way you've captured the skin - it's so realistic.
ReplyDeleteI'll try to join in soon.
this has a very soft look to it, really nicely done :)
ReplyDeleteYour apples are beautiful Vivien. The colouring is superb with them.
ReplyDeleteI love how detailed charcoal can be Robyn. I'd always thought of it as loose, broad strokes, but it can be quite delicate too.
thanks Jennifer
Oh, how'd I miss this, Jeanette! Wonderful! I'll have to make sure I saw all these things you've done here!
ReplyDeleteThis has a terrific sense of volume. The soft light and shadow are wonderful!
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