Tuesday, January 29, 2013

'Venerable' -Portrait of a Friend's Mom

9"x12"
watercolor on paper
This is a watercolor sketch of my blogger friend Liz Holms' mom.This elegant lady suffers from Alzheimer,and Liz has been taking care of her for as long as I know her.I have always admired both of these ladies; its been a while since I asked Liz if I could paint her ( since Liz is a terrific painter herself, it felt awkward) but she obliged very graciously...this is just a sketch that I did on a 90 lb paper- I wanted to prepare for a bigger painting- but it turned out so well that I am sharing it here with all of you.As you can see, I have tried a different palette this time, ditching my usual yellow and blue!
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7 comments:

  1. L.HolmJanuary 29, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    Oh, Arti- incredible! I am so touched by your words, and by your skill. This is so sensitively and beautifully done. Absolutely wonderful!

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    1. ArtiJanuary 29, 2013 at 12:20 PM

      I am so glad you like it, Liz..thank you for allowing me to paint her..she is beautiful :)

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  2. Studio at the FarmJanuary 29, 2013 at 4:55 PM

    Wonderful, Arti!!! I recognized Liz's mom right away.

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    1. ArtiJanuary 31, 2013 at 11:26 AM

      Thanks Kathryn, this was just a sketch,as the reference picture was small...I intend to make a detailed work if I get a better picture of her from Liz :)

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  3. Autumn LeavesJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:46 AM

    Another beautiful portrait, Arti. Your skills are so amazing!

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  4. Maria Kovalenko LeysensJanuary 30, 2013 at 3:48 PM

    This is a wonderful portrait and beautiful tribute!

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  5. ArtiJanuary 31, 2013 at 11:50 AM

    Thank you, Sherry and Maria.

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