(remember that all photos are clickable to view larger)
The picture above is fairly close to the correct color. I did this in the over-sized journal that I won from Lark Books and the paper on this page is a soft golden brown color.
The background color is washed out on the picture above but you can see the details better in this picture. I'm not sure why there's a blueish color on her eyes. I did all the shading with a graphite pencil.
And above you can see a close-up of her face. I'm not thrilled with the shading but then that's always been one of my weak points.
Sadly the problem with my hand is going to be a challenge since I LOVE to do very detailed things like this.
I think I'll give my hand a rest for a couple of days. Maybe I'll just do some collage or something that isn't too detailed.
OMG this is fantastic janet- I think your art just hit a new level! its so lovely and intricate! you must have a lot of patience! wow! This was WORTH the wait!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Janet -you are back in the groove like you were before you had your little muse holiday.
ReplyDeleteI think she is tops.
I agree with winterwood..the hair is amazing...so much depth and detail...it pops off the page...the shading is good too... wow love love love that hair-do...you never cease to amaze me!
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Janet, she's georgous! I love all the detail...no wonder your hand got knumb. I like the shading. Your circle journal spread below is superb! I love that little birdie and all the cirlces!!!
ReplyDeleteMary
So, SO beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI love the detail work too and I am having the same issue with my hand. It happens whenever I do anything repetitive ... even painting can can bother it.
She looks terrific, Janet. The blue might be an accident of photography but it's a happy accident.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I like your new blog look. Changing it up is so much fun.
I know you don't like doing hair usually - but hers is AMAZING I love love love it
ReplyDeleteSplendid Detail Work! Yes take a break you deserved it after all you had put into this wonderful work of art! I Love your Banner!
ReplyDeleteI used to have problems with my hands going numb when I used to keyboard so much many years back which also prevented me from my art, I hope you will give yourself a good rest, or at least take many breaks from your art work.
Janet, I could hardly wait to tell you that I am almost well. This piece is amazing. I couldn't take my eyes of her. I have missed you. The detailing is wonderful, it looks like hours of work.
ReplyDeleteI do not have a project right now, but you know me, I will.
Hugs, Mary
the hair is amazing Janet, no wonder you hand kept going numb.. and the blue 'eyeshadow'... why did this happen - just because :)
ReplyDeletePuting her in this journal was a good choice, the paper color really suits her style.
ReplyDeleteI clicked on it so I could see the detail. To me one of the most interesting things about this type of art is you just follow your own free style, it is a GREAT piece.
Janet this is just gorgeous. I love all the detail and I think I can say that is is my all time favorite of yours. I hope your hand heals so you can continue with this type of work. The shading is perfect!
ReplyDeleteWhere is the "favorite" button? I ♥ this so much.
ReplyDeletethis is wonderful, janet!!!
ReplyDeleteJanet, this is wonderful. I love all that intricate detail. What patience you have. I think your shading looks good too. Give your hand a rest..tell HB you need a nice therapeutic hand massage.
ReplyDeleteJanet, this is just beautiful! You have done a nice job with the shading. The details are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteYour blog looks charming. I love the new look.
Rest your hand and have fun.
Hugs,
Janet
Janet,
ReplyDeleteThis is so you, so your style, she really is quite incredible. You should congratulate yourself.
Kate
Very beautiful!
ReplyDeleteShe is beautiful! The hair is just so amazing. Well done.
ReplyDeleteShe is absolutely stunning Janet! I love all the details. Definitely worth all the time you put into it.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Sophie
I just love her and I love coming by here to see all your ladies. You inspire me to do more with my doodles!
ReplyDeleteLee:)
Fabulous Janet!!!!
ReplyDeleteJust gorgeous!
Love her and all the intricate detail!!!
The detail is simply beautiful and I love the gradation of color. Really, every single post -- wow. I don't know if I have the patience to do that but boy, do I admire you for your creativity and detail!
ReplyDeleteLove this so much. the detail is amazing. You have the patience of a saint. Do you have arthritis in your hand? I do and it really hurts some days. The numbness sounds familiar-that's why I ask. They make fingerless gloves for carpal tunnel and they help a lot with this problem.
ReplyDeleteAmazing and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteyou will have to "Pace" yourself! my hands get tired from stitching and knitting....but collage is a great alternative outlet for our creativity!
Janet, she's fantastic! I especially love the intricate details of the hair.
ReplyDeleteI've been experiencing a lot of pain in my hands, particularly the right, and it also goes numb on me a fair bit. I need to get it checked out by a doctor but, for now, I'm thinking it may be Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
wow this is amazing!!!! Lovely :)
ReplyDeleteShe is so regal! What an intricate design! Janet at her best.... absolutely love it!
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