Sketch a day in April

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Work in Progress

 Hi. This is a series of images of my new process to mix pastel with Ink. I'm loving the act of creating dark passages of ink and then overlaying pastel. Let me know what you think! Have you had experimented with this method? Are there any pit falls I should be aware of (I must remember to let the ink dry before erasing the pencil lines!).

The Blacksmith

This is my pastel rendition of a painting I am calling the Blacksmith. I particularly liked the light in the sketch I created and I tried to bring in that light which was generated by the window, the fire in the grate and also a door to the left hand side. Some of the perspective is a bit wonky but I can live with that. I haven't attempted to draw the features of the mans face but the tonal contrasts are suggesting the details nicely. 

 

Day 4 - Doodlewash Challenge

 It's a fairytale. The Bloops are being chased by a wolf. It's a bit twee but I had nothing else!

Day 3 - Doodlewash February Challenge

 Today we are back with the Bloop's. This time swinging on time, and enjoying every second. I don't think there is any more puns to have here.

Day 2 - Doodlewash February 2021 Challenge

 Todays' prompt is Penguin. I can't resist painting penguins. They always seem so damn cute. This is a basic watercolour wash with Inktense pencil over the top. 

February Doodlewash Challenge

 I've decided to do another month of Doodlewash challenges. Not sure what inspired me but I do like daily painting. Todays image is of my new character the Bloops. These little guys will get into to all sorts of mischief. This is the prompt - Reflection.