Pastels
The soft rich color of pastels lends itself to the vibrancy of life when portraying family, friends, and community. I use Nupastels and Rembrants as a base, adding softer Unison, Sennelier, and Schmincke as the piece resolves towards a painting.
The Young Mother, Pastel, 40 x 32
Her Melody, Her Triumph, Pastel, 40 x 32
Becoming, Pastel, 40 x 32
Beloved, Pastel, 40 x 32
Before the Forest Lens, Pastel, 40 x 32
The Blue Fairy, Pastel, 46 x 32.25
The Guardian, Pastel, 43.5 x 30.5
Lilith, Pastel, 41.5 x 33
Tiger Girl, Pastel, 46 x 36
If You Knew Me, Pastel, 37 x 22
The Approach, Pastel, 53 x 41
Suspend, Pastel, 43.5 x 31
Waiting, Pastel, 52 x 43
The Young Giant, Pastel, 47 x 33
Mother, Pastel and Shellac, 28 x 22
The Three Graces, Pastel, 50 x 41
Red Riding Hoods, Pastel, 36 x 45