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This is mixed media. Acrylic washes used as watercolor...Tombow and Pitt Pens...graphite and colored pencil.. On watercolor paper.I did this a few days ago for Liz Holm's collection. It was a joy to see her artwork on the decorated box containing the watercolor sheets. It was also a treat to see Adebanji's superb drawing! Liz's theme is portraits of any kind.
I decided to attempt an illustration of the Beatles..the Fab Four. I like doing star portraits because they are so recognizable. I enjoyed drawing stars from the movie mags as a youngster.
I tried to take the attitude of an illustrator for this one because I am fascinated by their work. I wanted to keep the colors more inventive as opposed to realism.
Get ready for it, Vern. It started on it's way to you on Thursday. Canada, here it comes!
I already swooned over these in your blog Dean.... *sigh*
ReplyDeleteI have to admit it right now, I'm jealous that Liz got this one! Really great, Dean. And fun!
ReplyDeleteFour in one..... All I can say is ...... I love you yea... yea... yea...
ReplyDeleteGreat piece Dean.
Very illustrative and fun, Dean! Liz is a lucky gal!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh!!!! I love it, Dean!! Thank you so much. It's absolutely wonderful. I grew up on their music...really takes me back. A phenomenal painting. Expressive and joyous. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful for Liz!!! You have definitely succeeded with your beautiful illustration style, love the line work and color washes. I've not used the pens you've mentioned...hmmm, a reason to visit my favorite store.
ReplyDeleteGreat, great job Dean, I really like the colors you used in the light and shadow!
ReplyDeleteI love the end result...it really is FAB 4....nice colours, nice movement throughout...well done...
ReplyDeletehave a nice night
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ciao bella
Dean, I can hardly wait to see it. Your paintings are so bold with beautiful subtleties when seen up close and personal. Great job.
ReplyDelete"All you need in LOVE"la la la la la. Liz got it time 4.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great piece Dean.
Love it!
Wow...I'm grateful for your reactions to my attempt at illustration. You are a great group! Long live the Flying Moleskins!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant piece- love the use of mixed media and those warm colours!
ReplyDeleteFabulous job, my friend! I really like the approach you took.
ReplyDeleteHEY JUDE did a super job on this, Dean. I WANT TO HOLD YOUR HAND...or actually shake it. The artwork is simply REVOLUTIONary. You should GET BACK some great comments. Everyone will like this, even a NORWEGIAN WOOD appreciate it. LET IT BE known that I sure think it's super.
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