Friday 26 March 2010

Neighbours

mixed media
EDM 265 -Draw your neighbour.
Portraits aren't really my thing, it's so hard to get a likeness and I really admire those artists who can.  So here's my 'ex' neighbour and good friend Nadia.  I don't have any real neighbours any more, mostly just weekenders, but Nadia was willing to pose and she was pleased with her 'likeness'.

I would also like to express my sadness at the death of Patti Gregory,  wife of Danny Gregory,  the inspiration behind the drawing group 'Every Day Matters'.  Sincere condolences to Danny and his son Jack.
Danny is right every day DOES matter.

17 comments:

Gillian Mowbray said...

Now that's clever - get a friend to hide behind her hair! It's a lovely sketch, Cathy - I can see why your friend would be pleased with it.

I echo your sentiment re Patti Gregory. x

Vicki Holdwick said...

Cathy,

This is gorgeous; so lifelike. I am in awe.

xoxo

Sketch of the Day said...

nice work Cathy

Cathy Holtom said...

Ha ha Gillian you are right x

Sandy said...

Lovely sketch and words, and she has great hair!!

nanke's stuff said...

No wonder Nadia liked it - it's wonderful! You did a super job painting her hair, as well as withher clothing. Way to go!! nancy

Sarah said...

Lovely drawing - and why doesn't my hair look that chic??

Lynn said...

Her hair is wonderful - so many shades and tones.

Sketch Gurl said...

Well done, Cathy. It is time for me to get back to EDM.

frayed at the edge said...

I can really appreciate this drawing, having had so much difficulty drawing 'faces' on my angel stitcheries!!

Ann said...

Beautifully drawn! Now I have hair envy :-)

Janene said...

Very nicely done, and it really focuses on her lovely smile.

Alex said...

The drawing has so much style it's impossible not to like it. :) awesome job!

alissaduke said...

wonderful drawing, great colours and style. Both you and your friend should be very pleased with this

Unknown said...

It's a terrific portrait!

rrARTz said...

i just love this! especially the hair!

Ellen Burkett said...

This is just fabulous!!!