I do a lot of sketching. Most of the time they end up going no place, but the exercise alone is worth it and often fun. Oil pastels are one of my favorite things to work with because the finished sketch looks very similar to the way I usually under-paint for my paintings. The process … Read more
Another new Sizzle. You can click the images to see them larger. I created it from a simple nude figure study I did in shades of blue with oil pastels. The original blue nude figure study measured 9″ wide x 12″ high on smooth white drawing paper.
I do figure studies, sketching, and doodles mostly between my main projects as a sort of art therapy. It helps me relax as I have no worry as to the outcome. Doesn’t matter if it is a successful piece or not… but it is always nice when it turns out cool. In a way I … Read more
I was messing around with water soluble oil pastels the other day. Messy little things to say the least. I ended up making this… Me and water media don’t get along, but me and a double BJ do, so I guess this messy sketch/painting falls someplace in the middle of sucky and O.K. (pun intended) I … Read more
Sometimes I sit around and doodle with whatever is closest at hand. This little doodle was done with some oil pastels and a bit of wax. I did it while watching a movie in the living room while my wife was doing some embroidery. My daughter is always making fun drawings and giving them to … Read more