Maxime was the model on Tuesday. It was great to be at life drawing again; it's been a long time.
Life Drawing, 18th December
There were three models at this session, because Bill stepped in for the first few minutes as Francesca and Pete were delayed! I tested out a new 10B pencil which was lovely to draw with. I liked being able to easily switch between a soft and sharp line (something I...
Inktober 2018 #23 – Erle
Erle is Kinsey's husband. In writing the script his character has been developed beyond his role in the short story. I like the exploration of their relationship. And that's it for Inktober!
Inktober 2018 #19 & #20 – Trennte & Jeffrey
A double update! Both characters are from The Princess of Nowhere, the first novel I ever finished writing. Trennte is the manservant of Prince Jespar, and is the prince's friend and mentor. Jeffrey is a tie. For some reason I cut Jeffrey out of the later drafts,...
Life Drawing, 9th October
The second day back at life drawing I felt more relaxed. Maxime modelled, holding some lovely and difficult poses. I'm still behind with uploading drawings from the 16th, but I'll try to post those next weekend.
Inktober 2018 #15 – Richard
In this Cinderella-style story, Sarah is asked to dance by Prince Richard. I took inspiration for Richard's costume from John Peacock's book Costume: 1066 to the Present.
Action Gestures
I meant to post these last weekend, but forgot. I drew them last month, using the Bodies in Motion site, beginning with 30 second poses and gradually giving myself more time. The site is excellent for capturing poses that a model would never be able to hold.
Inktober 2018 #07 – Corlath
Corlath, King of Damar, from The Blue Sword. He and Harry do not always see exactly eye to eye.
Sketches at the Museum
I was in Edinburgh yesterday for an animation event, so I spent some time drawing in the museum on Chambers Street. I sketched a sperm whale skull and a haughty-looking llama as well as some of the visitors. The sketches are pen on paper, but the tone was added...








