Monday, November 14, 2016

Machinery Up Close


The once clanging, booming foundry was silent as sketchers concentrated on capturing the relics of the building's industrial past in their sketchbooks.  I focused on the interesting shadows of the machinery.
I used diluted grey ink in a water brush, with a little red watercolor for the signage.
Afterwards, our soft voices discussed the various sketches in the cavernous building.  I think the huge space and massive machinery made us feel small yet not intimidated.  It was a peaceful, fun time with friends.

3 comments:

  1. This close-up on the gear gives such a sense of power. It's really a magnificent study of values.

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  2. Great composition Janene! I agree with Vicky, the range of grays are beautiful.

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  3. Love how you have created the detail with tone and then used line for the lesser detailed areas. A little switch?
    deb

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