Sunday, January 15, 2012

Back To My Roots

When I was young my family was very poor and so most of the artwork I did was with pencils which was probably the best way to begin anyway. I learned about all the different grades of graphite and how to work with it using my fingers for shading.
As the years went by and I could afford more varied mediums I drifted away from pencils except for the starting sketch. This past week though I got a yen to gather all my different pencil grades (H's and B's) and sit quietly and try to reprise my youthful experiments.
 Yes I gave in and added color with pastels and watercolors.
I took my inspiration from an old black and white photo of Frida when she was obviously young.
I still have so many projects I a trying desperately to catch up on but for today I am happy with what I accomplished!
I hope everyone else has had a great start to the New Year and I will be making the rounds and visiting all my favorite blogs this week to catch up on all the doings!




With much love to all......Tina xo

13 comments:

  1. Hi Tina, I love her and the warm colors frame her nicely. Happy new years to you! Pam

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  2. Hello Tina!! This portrait is captivating because there is so much depth in Frida's eyes, that to me, have wisdom and something to tell...

    I do hope your year is off to a good start! I look forward to our friendship continuing and seeing more of your beautiful work!

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  3. Hi Tina, this is a great picture. You are very talented.

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  4. what a masterpiece! You should be happy with what you accomplished... she is beautiful! I can't wait to see what else you share with us this year... t.xooxoxox

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  5. OH--such an inspiration this is--thank you for sharing your talent with us!

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  6. I think she looks like she is concentrating, maybe even day dreaming? You are so talented!

    Carol

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  7. Oh well done! She is Frida! Her eye's really show her intensity.
    Amazing!
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  8. Hi Tina!

    I have been perusing your great blog and enjoyed so many of your posts! Lots of beautiful art and creativity going on here :) Looking forward to stopping by often!

    Kindly, Lorraine

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  9. Hi Tina I don't think you realize just how talented you really are. This is so amazing. If only I could draw a tenth as well I would be happy!
    Love and hugs for a creative week
    And wishing you lots of peace and contentment!
    Suzy

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  10. This is wonderful -- you you do more with this medium! :)

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  11. My daughter is a Spanish major and also love to draw and sketch. She just did a report on Frida's hubby, Diego. I'm going to show her your work. FAB!

    xoRebecca

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  12. Thank you so much for the comment and visit. This is a wonderful drawing...!

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Thank you so much for taking the time to visit and for leaving a comment. It truly brightens my day to read your thoughtful remarks!
Tina xo