Josh (Children's Portraits)

I am finished with the portrait of Rachel's brother Josh. Here is the final version. He had a lot of the same facial features as Rachel. He also had this big toothy smile which was fun to draw. Kids are so rewarding to draw. I won't say I am drawing kids' exclusively but that is what I am targeting, so please spread the word. If you came to my webpage as a result of the ad in the savvy shopper and want a portrait of your child, see the portrait of Rachel a few posts down and feel free to browse around at my other work. Send me an email at teresa@teresaartist.com and we can get something started for you!

William Harnett - My Gems

Here is my latest project from art class in progress. The first picture is a painting by William Harnett called My Gems. The 2nd is my in progress drawing that I have been working on in art class. I have been working on this puppy for several weeks and it will probably take a few more weeks to finish it. After this one is done I think I have one more exercise until I start painting.

Rachel - Finished

Here is the finished version of Rachel. I am thrilled with the way it came out. I really believe this is my best work. Her brother Josh is next, will start that one next week. Kids are so much fun to work on because their smiles are so sweet and their eyes so bright. I know Rachel personally and she is the sweetest little girl. Her mom is one of my best friends. This was done on Rives BFK paper using a vull range of value pencils. After the new year I am going to do a little marketing for kids' portraits which will hopefully keep me busy. Also thinking about offering some drawing/portrait lessons.

Rachel - WIP 2

Making progress on Rachel. Hope to be done this weekend. Need to finish her hair and left side. It is black and white but I sepia'd it because it makes for a better digital version. I am having a lot of fun with this one and can't wait to share the finished version. I think it is going to be my best work so far.

WIP - Rachel

This is a WIP of my friend's daughter Rachel. I love drawing children. She is as cute as a button. I have the face done, now just need to work on the hair, neck and clothes.Will post the final when done...hopefully next weekend. I am also doing one of her brother Josh, so that will be next.

Finished Oyster Gatherers

Finished with this exercise from art class! Love the way it came out.

Water lily project

I am working on a new painting using this photo as a reference. I took this photo in Watercolor, FL while on vacation there. The painting is about half way done and is very fun and vibrant (acrylic of course). Can't wait to post the final version...will hopefully be done in a few weeks. I am just having some fun with it. I am also working on some portraits for my friend of her son and daughter. As usual, will post all when done!