JUST WONDERING.......WHO ARE YOU?

This sketch, called "YOU ARE VERY SLEEPY!!! Go to Bed!!!" was posted on my computer to remind me to go to bed at a reasonable time. Of course it didn't work, since staying up late has been one of my entrenched habits. . . . . . . . .

I've selected this image to be the one where I elicit 'COMMENTS' from my visitors. Please tell me about YOURSELF so that I can feel two-way about this moment of crossing paths! What's your name/stage name? What city are you near? Are you an artist or a fan of art, or a friend or relative of mine??? Any comments about you? Thanks for saying "HELLO". Deanne

"Madison"

Detail of a pastel portrait on paper. July 2009.
In the private collection of Spencer & Heather Hess.

Showing the unique personalities of beautiful 8-year-old identical twins was an exciting challenge. The full version of this drawing shows Madison holding a book to represent her reading hobby and her thoughtful nature. BTW, Madison has one prominent freckle on her nose!

"MacKensie"

Detail of a pastel portrait on paper. July 2009.
In the private collection of Spencer & Heather Hess.

To represent MacKensie's gentle and nurturing nature, I include a doll cradled in her arms. MacKensie's forehead is just slightly rounder than Madison's.

"Princess Louise"

2008, oil on canvas, 16”x 20”

This is a study with variations of the masterpiece “Vicomtesse Othenin d’Haussonville, nee Louise-Albertine de Broglie” by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, (1780-1867) of France. (Don't ask me to repeat that without looking!) I took liberties with the image and background. I loved the delicate features, especially the light eyelashes.

This study was done in the Verdaccio method, a technique used by many of the old masters.

"The Dona"

2008, oil on canvas, 16”x20”

A study with variations after: “Dona Isabel Cobos de Porcel” by Francisco Jose de Goya y Lucientes, 1746-1828. Spain.

This was another study using the verdaccio technique. I freely make "improvements" to the image and enjoyed using vibrant colors accented by black lace.

"A Blue-Haired Girl"

2007, acrylic on canvas, 18”x24”

She is named “A Blue-Haired Girl” since there could be others!
This was a playful painting where I let the acrylic paint wash and run like a watercolor. The chair was whimsical and the cat and girl were rendered with minimal strokes. The girl is based on my oldest daughter, Jennifer.

"Sunset Glow"

1995, acrylic on canvas, 11" x 14".
In the private collection of Dawn & Kerry Harding, Maryland.

As sunset neared I dashed to a nearby park to capture the hazy colors of the Maryland country side. I've enjoyed the results of this impressionistic moment.