The Marine Museum
After a short delay for a family trip, I am finally close to finishing the Marine Museum black and white. I might add a bit more to the water area, but I did not want to overdo it on the first go around. Water is definitely not my forte. I may add more in the grassy area to darken it up and ground the building more. It is definitely a different mindset for a black and white drawing versus a colored one. The importance of the positive/negative balance is much more important – and there is no erasing the ink once it has been laid down. It actually can take longer than a colored picture because I have to look at it again and again to see what to do next. Overall, I am happy and will finish it up tomorrow. I don’t expect to do too much. I still wonder what those curved spars are for though.
I have caught up with the commissions now, except for one where I am waiting on further pictures. Unfortunately they seem to be in no rush to get them to me in time for it to be finished for Christmas. I think I’ll look at my etsy store and see what I need to add to it. Maybe some new aceo/gift tags. It is about time to switch some new things in and old things that haven’t sold out.
Nov 09, 2014 @ 16:34:30
Nice work, Ruth.
I’ve lived on West Coast all my life. Pretty sure those are boat davits (for pulling small rowboats up)
Nov 09, 2014 @ 17:07:06
I guessed it might be something like that. Thanks.
Nov 09, 2014 @ 19:50:47
This is looking great, Ruth!
Nov 09, 2014 @ 20:29:53
Thanks, Tim. It is rather a unique looking building.
Nov 10, 2014 @ 08:26:25
Looks terrific, so many nice details!
Nov 10, 2014 @ 09:49:46
Thanks, Cindy. I love the variety of my commission work.
Nov 12, 2014 @ 23:30:32
Really like the shape of this building, Ruth. So interesting. You are so good with architecture!
Nov 13, 2014 @ 09:29:58
It definitely was different. A little bit of change is good and can be fun. Thanks.
Nov 17, 2014 @ 07:48:42
You have maintained a clear focal point with this drawing. I am amazed at the clarity and precision.
Nov 19, 2014 @ 14:02:08
Thanks, Linda. It is different from most of my works. I almost asked her if I couls add some watercolors to it, as I felt that would go well. However, I did another black and white for her last year so I am sure that she wanted them to match.