In addition to using a tortillon (smudge stick) I drew with a letter opener. I think that’s a first for me. The tortillon blended the colors while the letter opener cut through the layers of oil to reveal the bottom layer of color. Oil pastels on Bristol board, 10″ x 14″
Experimenting again with oil pastels (fancy crayons). I intentionally chose a rough blending method. Oil pastels on Bristol board, 10″ x 14″
I decided to have another go at using oil pastels. Still trying to learn how to use this medium. I selected a nude as my subject matter and focused on the shadows of the upper chest and clavicle area. Oil pastels, 8″ X 10″
I discovered a box of oil pastels in my art closet. I don’t know how long they’ve been there. I don’t even know where they came from. I decided to give them a try. Since this was my first attempt at using oil pastels I decided to keep it simple. Oil pastels on paper, 8″ […]