Latest Stones drawing is complete
Finally here is my latest drawing. I wanted to have it done before I went to the CPSA convention from July 28th through August 1st in San Jose, CA, but it just didn’t work out timing-wise. This drawing is about the same size as the other pieces in this series (a. 15 x 21 inches and done on Rtistx board), but it’s exploring some slightly different aspects of the stones in water, glass reflections, and color distortions, with less clear boundries. I find it challenging not to tighten up all of the edges of transitions, and had to force myself to put the drawing at arm’s length and study it more than I usually do.
I’m starting a new drawing of a bird in a winter setting – a dark-eyed junco perched on a crusty snow-covered tree stump. I’m in the mood for a change at the moment, and haven’t done a bird drawing in over a year. It’s amusing to think of drawing a winter scene as we are in the midst of one of the most beautiful, hot and dry summers that New England has seen in recent years.
It’s been a busy summer with lots of travel and several exhibitions including my artwork. Although my pieces were not juried into the 18th International CPSA Exhibition, I have had work in the following shows and magazines these past few months:
- Academic Artists Association’s 60th National Juried Exhibition, April-May 2010, recipient of the Windsor Newton Award for Graphics
- Connecticut Academy of Fine Art’s 99th Annual Juried Exhibition, May-July 2010
- Academic Artists Association’s Annual Members Exhibition, July 2010, recipient of the Art Patron Award
- Attleboro Arts Museum’s “Seeing Double”, a National Juried Exhibtion, July-August 2010
- The Artists Magazine, July/August 2010 issue, “The Artist’s Life” Column, Award Winners of the 2010 On-line Media Competition, first place in Graphics for “Amber Bowl”
and these upcoming exhibitions:
- Academic Artists Association’s 60th Anniversary Invitational Exhibition, September-October 2010
- Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club, Inc. 114th Annual Juried Exhibition, October 2010
Thanks for following my blog! – Debbi
Wow Debbi! Your work continues to astound me! Whatever challenges you had, you mastered them. Job well done. Congratulations on the shows and magazines. A very nice addition to your list of accomplishments.
It was so nice meeting you at the convention and I’m looking forward to seeing you next year in Dallas.
Comment by Dianna — Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 6:31 am
Congratulations on all of your shows, awards, and publications! And what a gorgeous new piece. I think that your focus on less clear boundaries makes this piece almost more like a painting than some of the other stone pieces. I also love the red color scheme.
Comment by Holly Bedrosian — Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 7:03 am
Debbi, you did it again – another juicy piece with stones – this time embedded with mystery. Love it! You accomplished a lot in the past few months; you should feel proud of yourself. It was great seeing you at the convention – we must keep in touch.
Comment by Ester Roi — Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 10:24 am
Love this! There is something very dreamy and sensual going on here… a definite “Wow!”.
And, speaking of “Wow!”, that is one amazing list, my friend. Congratulations!
Comment by LizP — Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 4:04 pm
Love the red, Debbi, and how it contrasts with the stones and reflections on the bowl. I’m struck by the darker stones in the middle — and how effectively you executed the wetness on them….so realistic.
Comment by Lynda Schumacher — Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 10:36 pm
Thanks, Dianna, for checking in and the comments. I had such a great time getting to know you in San Jose as well. Glad to hear you’re thinking of Dallas in 2011!
And thank you Holly. Your piece looked great at the Los Gatos Museum. I still have to email you a photo of it there. Didn’t realize that was a portrait of your sister until someone told me!
Ester, what can I say? I love your comment “juicy” what a great word for this drawing. I am looking forward to seeing more of your stones/pebbles artwork. It was truly a pleasure getting to know you better at the convention. I wish we lived closer to one another. I will keep in touch, of course!
Thanks Liz. I really appreciate your feedback. Dreamy and sensual?!?! Love it. Who knew rocks could be sexy! I had the best time with you in CA. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Lynda, thanks so much. Yes, the wetness of the middle rocks was very interesting to create. I really like that part. Can’t wait to see your drawing as it develops!
Comment by Debbi — Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 12:01 pm
I love the stones with the red background. I love red! Congratulations on the awards and exhibits!
Comment by Kendra — Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 9:51 pm
Hey thanks Kendra. You are the master of reds. . . all of your incredible candied apples, so that is nice to hear from you.
Comment by Debbi — Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 1:56 pm
I too like your choice of a red background,very striking. A fabulous piece! Congratulations on all of your recent success – it is much deserved.
It was great spending time with you in California! I hope you managed to see your son in Dallas. I can’t believe it was a month ago. August has been a bit of a blur. I look forward to seeing your bird in a winter scene.
Comment by Teresa Mallen — Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:22 pm
Thanks Teresa! I appreciate your comments, and it was great to spend time with you in CA as well. I hope you’re having a great end of summer. . .
Comment by Debbi — Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:09 pm
Your profile pic looks great – maybe a little demonic but otherwise pretty attractive. This post doubles as a comment on your blog…how clever was THAT!?!?
Comment by Alex — Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:19 pm
What can I say?! Another gorgeous rock piece! I, too, love the red. Congratulations on all you’ve accomplished! Hope to see you at the next DC meeting.
Comment by Kathy Clericuzio — Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 8:14 am
Hi again… this is utterly amazing.. it is as if I am looking at the actual bowl of stones.. you have such a keen eye… so nice to hear from you…
Comment by gwen buchanan — Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 2:26 pm
Alex –
I like comments about my work silly!
Thanks Kathy – it’s unanimous, everyone seems to love red! I will see you at the meeting tomorrow.
Gwen, I am so happy to hear from you again. It seems like you were away forever! Thanks for your comments and stopping in.
Comment by Debbi — Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 2:37 pm
Fabulous ! Great ! I love very much.
Congratulations !
Comment by patrick cauquil — Monday, April 11, 2011 @ 12:12 pm
Merci Patrick! Thanks for visiting my blog and please stop by again. I plan to visit your site soon. A Bientot.
Comment by Debbi — Monday, April 11, 2011 @ 2:42 pm