Friday, January 27, 2012

Time Travel

 Rainy day on Long Island, so I did a little time travel in my closet and finally came across a photo of Roxanne, portrait commission I did for Mr. Webster of Seatuk.  It was a wonderful experience going to his estate once a week to do sketches of Roxanne, she was a very old King Charles Spaniel.  This was a 16x20 oil.

The charcoal sketches were done  in the 90's as well, I use to study by working from photos of models, something I no longer do.  It is far better to work from life.  I laugh when looking at these ladies, back in the90's before botox injections were used.  It was strictly makeup.
Now I will return to my closet and try to organize, wow, just have collected so much junk.  Have a great weekend everyone.




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26 comments:

  1. First of all, Joan, this is such an amazing painting of this King Charles Spaniel!! Love the colorful pillow as well!! And I love the sketches..especially the lady with the "big" lips!! Nicely done.!

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    1. Hi Hilda,

      Thank you so much. That is a wonderful compliment especially from you. I am honored.

      All the best to you,
      Joan

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  2. I like looking back at my paintings and sketches from the past too - nice to see the ones you had done.

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    1. Hi Ann,

      Oh yes it great fun to see what past work looks like. Thank you for stopping by.

      All the best to you
      Joan

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  3. Beautiful portraits. I think you really found the zone. It's always fascinating to look at old art work...
    Happy Painting,
    Nora

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    1. Hi Nora,

      Thank you so much, yes, back when these were done, I was definitely in the zone, To bad that doesn't happen that often. But always terrific trying.

      all the best to you,
      Joan

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  4. I love the King Charles portrait. I think dog portraits are so interesting.

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    1. Hi Douglas,

      Thank you so much, it was great fun doing this portrait. Roxanne was so patient. Terrific experience for me.

      All the best to you,
      Joan

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  5. Hi Joanie,

    King Spaniel portrait is lovely. What fun to go looking back at past work. You have so much.

    Sue

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    1. Hi Sue,

      Thank you, just tried the paper you gave me, oh I love it, will have to purchase some next month.

      Talk soon,
      Joanie

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  6. Oh my, how wonderful are these. The portrait of the Spaniel is great but the charcoal sketches do it for me. Fabulous work.

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    1. Hi John,

      Thank you kind sir, you honor me with your comment. I am such a big fan of yours.

      All the best to you,
      Joan

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  7. Hi there Joan!... Lovely sensitive portraits... all three!

    It is always interesting to look back over time through rediscovering older work! Being able to do so is invaluable to show how one has grown... and that one's journey is not static!

    A nice peek through the crack back into time... passed!Onward... and upward Joan!

    Good Painting!
    Warmest regards,
    Bruce

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    1. Hi Bruce,

      Thank you, from your words to God Ears, Onward and upward. What a road it is, aren't we fortunate.

      All the best to you,
      Joan

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  8. It is fun to see your work from the past...mine makes me cringe. lol Enjoy!

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    1. Hi Joan,

      Can't believe you would ever cringe from your work from the past. But thank you for the visit.

      See you soon,
      Joan

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  9. Joan,
    Beautiful artwork! I especially am drawn to the second female sketch.

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    1. Hi Samantha,

      Thank you for the lovely comment. I must pay your blog a visit, been so busy haven't had a chance.

      All the best to you,
      Joan

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  10. All are so wonderful and it is so good to look back on old drawings and paintings. It helps to see how far we have come. You have so much talent Joan. I am so in awe of your work.

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    1. Hi Doreen,

      Thank you so much for the wonderful compliment. I am truly honored.

      All the best to you,
      Joan

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  11. The painting of Roxanne is stunning and the sketches are excellent too. It's funny, my latest post is a remake of an older painting...I think they sometimes can bring you some new inspiration :-)

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    1. Hi Jane,

      Thank you for the visit, I must come over to visit your blog. Yes, it's true older paintings can trigger inspiration for new work.

      all the best to you,
      Joan

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  12. wow, joan, beautiful work. i love the king charles and the drawings are lovely!

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    1. Hi Suzanne,

      Oh wow, I am so honored by your comment, I hold your art work is such high regard. Your comment has encouraged me to keep trying.

      All the best to you,
      Joan

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  13. Hi Joan.
    Brilliant portrait of Roxanne. Well done there my friend. The drawings are first class also. All the best Joan.
    Vic.

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  14. Hi Vic,

    You are so kind my friend. Your comment and words constantly encourage me to go forward.

    All the best to you,
    Joan

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