It always starts with a blank page and then an idea. Always a bit sketchy at first you never know where the drawing will lead you or what you will learn. It is always a challenge, and I welcome that. It keeps things exciting. I am sure when Frankenstein came to life the Doctor was amazed, possibly a little shocked. I am always amazed at what other artists create and more often than not what I can create with just a pencil or a pastel.
Here is my latest update of Dakota… she really is coming to life. Hoping the client is happy with its direction too. I am trying to keep it from going to white since she is somewhat white, but also touched with champagne coloring. I know its not quite right just yet. Hoping my next update sheds some light on the colors.
"Dakota", portrait update ©2012 alecia goodman to present
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Alecia, you can really see Dakota coming to life. You really have a great ability to convey the unique personality of dogs. Looks gorgeous already.
Thank you BoJo… I have been a bit nervous with this one, so I really appreciate your feedback. I am hoping with my next piece I change things up a bit, maybe a cat or a person.
You seem to start on an animal portrait the same way I do – with the eyes. Beautiful rendering of eyes and nose. Do you just work with pastel pencil for animal portraits?
The eyes always seems to be my starting point. Thank you. If you look for the portrait Bea, you will see one of my charcoals. I love working in pencils; pastel, graphite, charcoal etc…
Beautiful work! Love it!
Wow.. this just looks so wonderful. I love the contrast of the white and the brown background. Simply stunning