The assignment required that I create a face collage, and then reproduce it in charcoal.
I started with this photo because I found it interesting (I mean, who does stuff like this)?:
I thought these eyes – and the face-paint – compelling.
While looking for an interesting nose, I began thinking of the fairy tale Penelope:
Everyone needs a hat:
This is the result:
It wasn't until I had constructed the collage and started drawing that I realized that my piece contained a rather odd message.
What do you think?
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5 comments:
Fe...this is outstanding, and just in time for my Art Exhibition...You combined everything beautifully!
Lori
Lori - You are too funny (not to mention kind and supportive)! But, the only outstanding thing about this is the fact that I have not been bounced out of art class. Baha.
It says 'do not bite more than you can chew', and that's as apt a message as any to send out.
I liked the story behind it, going from one thing to another. Isn't it great when we manage to surprise even ourselves?
Anil -
What a creative thought, and so appropriate for life right now!
Esther -
So true about suprising ourselves, even when it's a bit jarring. :-)
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