Son-set

Mother and Sons

Watercolour, Acrylic, Gesso and Graphite on Canvas

24" x 18"

Here is a commission I did a few weeks ago. A family friend from home saw some of my recent work and asked if I would do something for his wife. I know the family portrait in front of a sunset is kind of cheesy; however, if you knew this lady, you would know that this is pretty much her in a nutshell. The patterns and drapery was difficult as you can see. The likeness is fairly accurate. The process was very trying to get through. I think I'm slowly ending my love affair with graphite. Or maybe portraits? I look at some illustrators work and admire their simplicity. Jillian Tamaki has a daily sketchblog I enjoy looking at. I wish I was as scrupulous and brave as she is with her media. Spring is in the air. So is change. Once again. The battle ensues.