I like the way the vertical and horizontal lines appose each other. These strokes form the only patterns within the outline of the figure. I drew the woman’s outline blindly (not looking at the paper), but did look when I detailed her blouse and hair. I did not realize how much the counterpoint between these patterns added to the sketch until after I was done.
Woman with Striped Blouse and Hair in Bun
Pen and Ink Sketch
7″x5″ 111# Moleskin Journal
I also notice her heart-shaped head and neck.
An artifact of the blind drawing, in this case. Sometimes it all comes together. Thanks, Claudia.