Bear Study

Thought I would try this and make more studies of animals, since I don't feel too confident drawing them from memory and imagination. 

I use my eyes to measure different angles compared to different focus points and pick apart forms that stands out to me. 

I rarely see basic forms like cylinders and triangles when I draw. I have never quite understood that concept, as it makes it harder for me to imagine a 3D model of the subject in my head, so I can turn it around and really understand the subject for future imagination. I think that is why I have a harder time with architecture. I digress, here is the bear study. 

George Nikolsky Illustrations

George Nikolsky (1906 - 1973) was a Russian artist (and more). I have barely found out any information of him, but he did contribute 68 works in 110 publications and 186 library holdings. Since he isn't alive I am almost sure it's okay to share his work.

Fantasy Landscape Inspired by North America and Norway

 As the title says, this is what I'm currently working on. I've almost completed the sketch of the map. It's an island that I seperate into districts of different kinds of vegetationsystems. It's a lot smaller than how it would realistically transition from each vegetation to the other, but I've come up with a fantasy explanation to that which fits the religion of the area. I don't want to share that info though, since I don't feel comfortable with sharing more than my artwork.

Trying to create an animal that has the comfort and speed of a horse and the climbing ability of a mountain goat, for my fantasy story.

These were studies from reference photos. The one beneath is my own creation. Bare in mind, this sketch beneath took me only a couple of minutes so it's just a sketch and not the final product.

Making fantasy out of realism is my passion.

Vadim Gorbatov

 I just stumbled upon this artist on pinterest. This is the kind of art I'm currently into - nature and animals.

http://www.eaglehunter.co.uk/images/VGAP_images/VGAP033_Russian_husky_wolverene.jpg

(As to respect the artist's work and copyright I'm just posting a link to the artwork.)

Hiatus

 I've been on a long break from art. I'm slowly finding my way back with making studies and sketches in journals that I don't share on social media. I think sharing my art on social media is having just negative effects on me. I think I'm going to continue to share my art here though, because I feel like this blog is more for me as an artist, than to grab attention from other people like on instagram. 

Here is a painting I forced myself to make as a gift for my boyfriend's birthday. It felt good making it, and I'm glad I forced myself even though it was a real mental challenge.

Experimenting Watercolor Effect with Table Salt : Salt Technique