Figurative Studies Ch.2

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w/i/p

Sketch #80 : Pleasant Interruptions

http://myfilestash.com/userfiles/r601020/Sketch%20%2380.jpg

This is a study of a pose by Desha Delteil (b1800's-d1900's), a dancer born in Yugoslavia. The photographer of this pose was Nickolas Muray born in Hungary, (1892-1965).

Desha worked for Michel Fokine (Russian choreographer), and supposedly there is a film of her dancing Rhapsody in Blue at the Kit Kat Cabaret in London. Harriet Whitney Frishmuth (American sculptor 1880-1979) hired her both for modeling for art classes and then for her own sculpture work.

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[Adair_P]

Beautiful modelling of a beautiful pose. Thanks Richard.
Cheers..
Pauline :wave:

[WV.Artistry]

It's inspiring work to look at and study . . unfortunately, I can't post the original image(s) without permission from the George Eastman House.

I'll recreate the pose (or a similar one) with the French girl at sculpture class next Saturday, or Tuesday, or I might see her Thursday night -- I'll ask. I'd rather sketch her in a live pose of this anyway. She has about 8 years of ballet.

[Rosic]

Great form Richard!

Thanks for Channel 2.
B

[macrobertson]

Richard, as usual, good rendering, and informative background information.
Dancers make excellent models!

Mac

[WV.Artistry]

Stumbled on a photograph by Edward Henry Weston (1886-1958), that looks like he studied that pose too.

His composition :

http://catlin.clas.virginia.edu/photo/archive/Weston/west17p.JPG

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Sketch #81 : w/i/p

http://myfilestash.com/userfiles/r601020/Sketch%20%2381f.jpg

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Sketch #81 : w/i/p (detail)

http://myfilestash.com/userfiles/r601020/Sketch%20%2381g%20d1.jpg

http://myfilestash.com/userfiles/r601020/Sketch%20%2381g%20d2.jpg

[beebluefern]

Hi Richard, great sketch! Isn't that interesting the two would choose the same pose..almost to a flex of the muscle and both beautifully depicted each time! Love seeing what you are doing! :D

[WV.Artistry]

Hi Richard, great sketch! Isn't that interesting the two would choose the same pose..almost to a flex of the muscle and both beautifully depicted each time! Love seeing what you are doing! :D

Yeah, I studied that too, and it may be as simple as a few artists hanging out together taking photographs of Desha Delteil. I think in this forum there are a few groups, and I hang out at the gallery on the weekends doing sketches of models with a few artists, each with our own interpretation and perspective. It's plausible it was the same photo shoot.

We're doing one tonight, but next time I have a camera, I'll ask if I can shoot the different sketches -- it's always interesting.

Thanks for looking.

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Saturday morning sculpture class 20050806:

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/06-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_82a.jpghttp://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/06-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_82b.jpg

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Sketch #83 : Conversation with Lisa on a Saturday Night

http://myfilestash.com/userfiles/r601020/Sketch%20%2383.jpg
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[Adair_P]

Great hands, feet, heads........ everything! Love your work.
Cheers...
Pauline :wave:

[MarkMark]

All super stuff. THe second picture, her right leg seems slightly disconnected but I will have another look later. As always beautifully rendered

[billiam]

excellant, one busy artist. orlando must be a great place for art. bill

[Rosic]

Richard...
Your style is so dictinctive!
I love Weston's work... especially his peppers series... have you ever seen them? Excellent studies in form!

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Sketch #84 : Conversation de Jeudi avec le Parisien

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/11-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_84.jpg

[Adair_P]

Another beautiful figure Richard. You seem to be able to combine painting with sculpturing in a truly unique way.
Cheers...
Pauline :wave:

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Thanks for looking . .

Sketch #85 : Girl Sitting Alone
http://myfilestash.com/userfiles/r601020/Sketch%20%2385.jpg

Sketch #86 : Study of a Pose
http://myfilestash.com/userfiles/r601020/Sketch%20%2386.jpg
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[Adair_P]

Hi Richard

Just one word to say......'sigh'........!
Cheers..
Pauline :wave:

(Can't leave them alone..... they are stunning, especially the full figure.)

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Saturday morning sculpture class 20050813: (last one)

http://myfilestash.com/userfiles/r601020/Sketch%20%2387.jpg

[beebluefern]

I must sigh along with Pauline (sigh) , Richard! Just lovely...I especially like #86...which reminds me so much of some Victorian drawings I saw in UK...I believe in Glasgow...wish I could remember exactly where....still, all are just beautiful and beautifully done! This last one is your last sculpture class then? If so, what is next? Please don't stop posting!!! :eek: :D

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This is my first attempt using pastels.

A homeless man sat on a chair for me to do a sketch -- he left after about a half hour when the rain subsided.

Sketch #88 : Man Without A Name

http://myfilestash.com/userfiles/r601020/2005%20Autumn%20Files/Sketch%20%2388.jpg

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Sketch #90 : w/i/p

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/17-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_90c.jpg

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/17-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_90d.jpg
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Sketch 91 in Field Journal : Study of a Pose

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/17-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_91.jpg

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/17-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_91_detail.jpg
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[Adair_P]

What a man! ! Your work is stunning too. :D

All of it.... just love to see them. You are very prolific.... how many hours each day do you paint etc.?

Cheers..
Pauline :wave:

[WV.Artistry]

.... how many hours each day do you paint etc.?

Cheers..
Pauline :wave:

Thanks for looking Pauline.

I try to make an hour to have coffee at a sidewalk cafe and work on sketches, the others are poses where-ever they occur.

Poses happen.

The study of sculpture (#90) is going to take a few more cups of coffee.

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[rimbauds shop]

Hi Richard...I check out your threads regularly and have just noticed that I haven't posted anything. Sorry...but it's a bit like a stroll through a gallery so I get myself a cup of coffee and sit and look for awhile...then go about my business.

I'm afraid I've no crit or suggestions to offer up but I would like to say a quick thanks for giving me a nice calm place to grab a few moments and enjoy some eye food.

[mark malone]

I love sketches 81 and 84...they are my favorites out of a fantastic group of work....theres something about those 2 though that jump out at me...they just look more ALIVE to me....great work.

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Thanks for looking.

Sketch #91 : Conversation with Michel (the one called, Angel)
http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/18-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_91_v2.jpg

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/18-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_91_v2d1.jpg
http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/18-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_91_v2d2.jpg
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Had 5 or 6 works in a portrait exhibit tonight.

Sketched a few people live.

Sketch #92 : Quietly . . the muse (girl with no name).

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/18-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_92.jpg
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[beebluefern]

Hi Richard...I must agree with Mr.Shop...this is just like getting to browse in a gallery...I enjoy my time viewing your work and try to reserve a big space of time for it just to savor the experience! The description of your day sounds like "artists heaven"-outdoor cafe, sketching the opportunities as they come by!!! :D Love your last two posts...excellent work! Thank you for making my little coffee break a real treat! :cat:

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Sketch #94

Unfinished Conversation with a Mermaid : Chapter 7

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/21-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_94.jpg

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/21-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_94_detail.jpg

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Sketch #95 : First Session with "M"

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/21-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_95.jpg

Sketch #96 : "M"

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/21-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_96.jpg
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[Adair_P]

Hi Richard
You just get better and I just get greener! :envy:
Love the fluidity of the mermaid... she's gorgeous. Just what do they put in your coffee at the coffee shop? ! :D

Kind of a haunting expression on the face (No:96).... very intriguing. Wonderful lips.

Interesting to see how you started "M".... thank you. And now for a great finish! Looking forward to that!

Cheers..
Pauline :wave:

[WV.Artistry]

Hi Pauline . . 3am here so ove I make typos, just about sleepy.

Looking forward to working with "M".

Thanks for looking.

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Sketch #97 in Field Journal :

http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/22-Aug-2005/62433-Sketch_97.jpg
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