I drew the curves first in the study below. Somehow they reminded me of part of a leg bone near the joint. It was only natural to insert the ‘ball’ part of the ‘ball and socket’ joint, to complete the idea.
Why Shading Practice is Important
12″x9″ 246# Linen Finish Acrylic Paper
The design came out fine, only it wasn’t exactly the picture I had in my head. I really wanted it to be shaded like a steel ball bearing, to contrast with the organic shapes in front of it.
This is why it is so important to practice, practice, practice.
It’s a beautiful design and I love the organic forms and how they seem to pop out of the surface.
Thank you, Otto!
I love it, it reminds me of a marble with the colour breaking free
Very kind of you to say, Charlotte. Thank you.
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