New on the Easel, Pastels!

I Have started venturing into the world of pastels and am really enjoying it. This is my second attempt at portraiture. It's a portrait of one of my grand daughters. I liked the contrast of the darks and lights. I hope to continue to improve.This subject was done on 100lb Bristol vellum.


Here we have a winter scene/landscape. Again, I do hope to improve some. I am right now just experimenting on different surfaces and using different strokes and blending techniques to get certain results. I believe this subject was done on ultramarine sanded Colorfix paper.

So far I have also experimented with watercolor paper as well and sand paper 600 gritt. I do believe I am liking the Bristol vellum the best so far. I will continue to experiment!

F-4 Gibson Mandolin

More Stringed Instruments

Awhile back I had done an electric steel guitar in red and promised a series of stringed instruments. Here are two that I have completed. This first is a little Ukulele with a tropical theme.

This gem has already been claimed by my husband. It is an exact replica of Stevie Ray Vaugh's electric guitar. Complete with worn varnish and scars.
On the easel next is a Mandolin, then a Banjo.

Tornado Angel Finished

Progress Notes

I am almost finished! Just want to do some final touches and paint the sides and this painting is finished. Thank you Barbara for the inspiration . The presence of your father has been with me this whole time. I have felt him and a whole lot of other angels while working.