The inspiration for my compositions come mostly from old vintage children's books. I LOVE the line work of the ink & wash days of the past century that seems to be over run now by so much graphic art. I am still trying to find my "technique" and I hope to get to the bottom of it. I want so much to find my own line work that will reflect upon timeless images like this...
I LOVE the scarf, and the boots, and this served as an inspiration for my latest print, "Little Vistor".
The first, I tried to get the consistent black lines like the artist of the above print would have done.
However, those pages are faded now, and look more like this...
Which I think I like better. What do you think?
As I am trying desperately to get more artwork in my shop, I am also so aware of the need to be consistent in my style. This is a quest, and I will get there. It is fun though...every drawing poses new problems. I find that by solving those problems, I am getting closer to my "style". We'll see!
Speaking of technique, my almost 3 year old daughter (in Jan) is just now drawing recognizable images!!! It literally happened just this week! She went from making rows of mountain range looking scribbles (her "homework" she called it) to drawing people and things. Yesterday, she drew this picture of her dad...(notice the detail of the hands and feet, and the unshaven whiskers)
And this one of me.
When I get the tinsiest bit impatient with myself, I think...wow. My love for art stems from these first passionate beginnings.
Cheers.
8 comments:
Hi Sarah Jane
I think your style is really recognisable and lovely but I think it's something we all struggle with...and that is finding what we do best. What makes it hard is that once you find something your good at and it works, makes it harder to try other things.
Love the kiddies drawings! I love the detail that goes into them. My daughter just started drawing houses at the weekend which was amazing to watch and see a recognisable picture emerge on the paper. ;)
I completely understand this quest for style. It's something I'm struggling with also. But like others have said, you truly are finding your way. Your style is recognisable and a big reason is because of the heart and inspiration that you pour into it. :)
Ooooh. Addie can really draw! I think you should emulate her style. It's raw, primal, instinctive and almost alien -- all at the same time. Rough lines and harsh angles. Sharp edges with a flare of selective detail. That second one looks like it could be on a cave wall somewhere in Meso-somewhere-topia. =D
I like Addie's drawings! she is good! Samuel still just likes to scribble. I like the first girl in the scarf better.
Hi Sarah Jane,
I'm new to your blog, thanks to Kasie.....I like the first painting better because it has more contrast. The other one is more washed out. But if you are striving for the vintage look, the lighter look goes well because most vintage things are faded. I love your style! I think you have a style, but I understand your dilemma. I struggle with finding a style also. I think my work should look a certain way and when it doesn't I don't think I've achieved my goal.
I don't know you i am just blog stalk you. i am very inspired by your work and think you have a wonderful style that resonates with me perfectly. i would say don't change...stay the wonderful artist you are.
I don't know you i am just blog stalk you. i am very inspired by your work and think you have a wonderful style that resonates with me perfectly. i would say don't change...stay the wonderful artist you are.
I like the second one too. Such lovely images.....
Can also relate to the sudden and wonderful experience of your kid drawing.
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