Drawing Children

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Drawing Children

I have a project coming up later this spring that is going to involve lots of kid drawing. The above posted drawings are from a recent morning warm-up session . These were drawn from reference with an emphasis, hopefully, of capturing the character and spirit of the kids while trying also to stay loose and draw with a light touch - a tall order. That's why these are warm-ups. :)

10 comments:

The Art of Kim Kincaid said...: I have 11 grandchildren you're welcome to borrow for reference.; March 9, 2010 at 1:31 PM
Ben Hatke said...: Ohh, getting children down is a challenge. If you're drawing them from life you have to be super fast and just get a gesture down.

These are great. You're sketches are always an inspiration.; March 10, 2010 at 7:34 AM
Larry MacDougall said...: Kim - Thanks, I will have to keep that in mind :); March 10, 2010 at 8:07 AM
Larry MacDougall said...: Ben - You are so right. The hardest part for me is getting them to look the proper age. A 6 year old is different from a 9 year old but those differences are so subtle - it's a challenge !; March 10, 2010 at 8:09 AM
Gabe said...: Those are hilarious- so much energy and expression. Nice job.; March 11, 2010 at 2:38 PM
Ben Hatke said...: Yeah, and their proportions are in such a state of flux.

By the way, I mentioned your art in my blog -how I found it early on in my career and how it really motivated me.; March 11, 2010 at 4:12 PM
tinypearl5758 said...: WOW! Very expressive, I use to sketch, I haven't done any for years, good luck with your project.

as usual Great work. xxx; March 12, 2010 at 4:31 PM
Larry MacDougall said...: Gabriel - Thanks.; March 13, 2010 at 4:25 AM
Larry MacDougall said...: Ben - I'm honoured - thanks so much :); March 13, 2010 at 4:26 AM
Larry MacDougall said...: Tiny Pearl - It's never too late to get back into it. With your imagination and mind for stories I'll bet you have a lot to offer :); March 13, 2010 at 4:27 AM