Christy Talbott's drawing children from life

[Christy Talbott]

Here's a sampling of more quick sketches of Lilah and a head study of Noah (not a super likeness this time). Still don't have a more detailed study. At least this is more observational than some of the earlier drawings.

[Christy Talbott]

Here's today's contribution.

[Christy Talbott]

I decided to draw someone who will actually sit for me-- even though she's not a child. Here's a self portrait done looking in a mirror. I did get a commission to do a portrait of a 22 yr old woman from life; I start on Monday. Of course this should be much easier than trying to paint a little child, still I'm a little anxious because I don't have a lot of working from life experience.

[Michael Georges]

Ah Christy, what wonderful experience this portrait using a mature sitter will be for you! Congratulations on the commission!

The self portrait is good! I can see the likeness even from your little avatar pic.

[Alexandra Tyng]

Oh Christy! This is such an exciting thread! I can't tell you how fascinating it is to see your drawings. It gives us a much more complete picture of who you are and how you paint (and draw, of course) and think and feel. I love the descriptive quality of trying to catch someone in motion or a fleeting expression. I have a feeling that something is happening in your work in general and it will be really, really good. I am looking forward to seeing it develop.

[Enzie Shahmiri]

I love these sketches Christy!

[Christy Talbott]

Thank you Michael, Alexandra and Enzie for your encouragement. I'm glad you like them. In doing this I'd been beginning to feel I couldn't draw which means I truly need this exercise!