1) I've completed my outline drawing of the chap below's Spitfire. Richard Hillary - author of 'The Last Enemy' - a very inspirational character deserving of a graphite tribute.
2) I've long wanted to create a figure drawing. In fact, I don't think I've ever done one as most people request 'head and shoulder' portraits. So, today the opportunity arose to give it a whirl. I'd already collected a number of original photos so had a good idea how I wanted my pilot figured outfitted. Today saw the long overdue completion of the line drawing, basically my foundation. If this part is wrong, then it's all down hill from then on and nothing will go right. Next up will be the shading; this is where my pilot will come to life! Pictures mean more than words so I'll take a WIP photo when I get a moment.
3) Finally, I've finished off the evening by re-starting a P-51 profile study I began earlier this year. I'd originally intended to make my B/C model one that operated with the RAF. As an aviation artist this is something that needs to be considered carefully - very carefully. I find collectors normally like their Mustangs wearing U.S. attire. Now, it could be that not too many artists produce RAF P-51s.....and, my creating one dressed a little differently might therefore be instantly snapped up by an eager collector? However, years of experience has shown me that straying from the well-trodden track could also mean a drawing will stay tucked away in the deepest depths of my art folder - not good for the poor drawing or me.
I'll have to sleep on this one.
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More soon.
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