Striking Bearded Man

I have an amazing cabinet card that I've been trying to do justice to in graphite, but I just can't seem to do it. Inspired by the style in yesterday's post I tried to draw this guy the same way. I think I came close in the second one, but it's still too realistic, and a tad too cartoony, which I realize are conflicting statements.

Attempt #1


Attempt #2


I'm glad that I made it up to 144 posts this year, as the square root of 144 is 12 and there are 12 months in the year. There's a quiet harmony to that that I find pleasing. Anyhow, hope everyone has a good new year's eve tonight!

It's called a Viperfish

This portrait of a Viperfish wearing a bowtie can be seen adorning the sea cave that is my new installation at the Emerson Space Case (corner of NE 30th and NE Emerson, Portland, OR). Opening reception is tomorrow evening starting at 8pm and going till we feel like leaving. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.

I've been working on this pretty much non-stop for the last two weeks and am really pleased with the way it turned out. I'll have pictures up as soon as I can, but it's best to see it in person. It'll be up for the month of May, possibly longer.