Category Archives: Body Language

Run, Run from that Wave!

Posted on April 1, 2018 by Sarah Sullivan

Today I used some photos from my nephews’ recent visit and worked at capturing their delight in the waves. This is an acrylic and gouache sketch on an 8 X 12 -inch black paper.

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Confined

Posted on March 15, 2018 by Sarah Sullivan

 

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Thinking It Over

Posted on March 14, 2018 by Sarah Sullivan
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Staying in a Seat

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Sarah Sullivan

Our model today was wonderfully expressive and so much fun to sketch. Selecting a favorite for the day was hard. I finally decided on this one because it reminds me of how I feel when I just want to get … Continue reading →

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Watching the Sunset

Posted on March 4, 2018 by Sarah Sullivan

There is something about watching the sunset that captivates us all. And there is something about watching another person who is being moved by nature that makes me want to capture their expression forever.

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Sitting Figure

Posted on February 20, 2018 by Sarah Sullivan

I liked the way the model sat on the platform, centered by a hula-hoop and leaning against a wall but was at a loss about how to finish it when I drew it last Thursday. Today I added more paint … Continue reading →

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What’s with the view to her left?

Posted on February 18, 2018 by Sarah Sullivan

This model had attitude, and it showed in the way she sat and evaluated what was going on out towards her left side.  I liked the way I captured her expression in this sketch but felt it lacked the context needed … Continue reading →

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