Menage a Trois by Will Kirkland

Maria Karalyos 23 May 2016

Beautiful still life ! Very successful use of colors !

Artist Reply: Maria: thanks so much. I like this wine and the piece as well. I'm also glad that it appeals to you too. Thanks again. Best regards, Will

Alan Berkman 22 May 2016

I'll have a glass...or two, three! Very realistic. What are Prismacolor Verithin pencils?

Artist Reply: Alan: If I could, I would gladly buy you a glass or two! Prismacolor makes a thin, harder lead version of their colored pencils. The hardness and thin quality of the Verithin pencils allows more detail work to be included in my pieces. I also use the soft Premier Prismacolor pencils, but find the Verithin very useful for my style. Have a great week. Best regards, Will

Dusan Vukovic 13 Nov 2015

super!

Artist Reply: Dusan: thanks so much. I appreciate your support of my work. Have a great week. Best regards, Will

Mary-Anne harding 30 Aug 2015

WOW your work is great love the refletions on the wine bottle, Will !

Artist Reply: Mary-Anne: thanks so much for your comments. They are greatly appreciated. I love working in colored pencil. It is too often an overlooked medium. Have a great week. Best regards, Will

Sue Johnson 27 Jun 2015

Wow, great job Will.

Artist Reply: Sue: thanks so much for your very nice comment! It is greatly appreciated. I'm sorry that it has taken so long to reply. I must have missed the notification that a comment had been made. Again, sorry. I certainly don't brush comments off. I really appreciate other artists taking time to comment on my work. Best regards, Will

Jerry Cave 19 Jun 2015

Yo, Will -I knew I'd seen your work - fantastic stuff, brother! Funny how we are both gravitating to shiny things!!!

Artist Reply: Jerry: thanks so much! Sorry about the delay in replying to your comment. I must have missed the notification of your comment. Yours and all comments are very important to me and all are greatly appreciated. It means a great deal to know that other artists are taking the time to comment on my work. My very best regards, Will

Michele Turney 08 Mar 2015

Hi Will, very impressive! Actually, it's one of MY favorite wines as well! Thank you for commenting on my work. Now I'm off to look at the rest of your work!

Artist Reply: Michele: thanks so much! We still drink Menage, but actually now our favorite is Apothic Red and Apothic Dark. I've done a couple pieces celebrating the Apothic Red. I guess that when we find a wine that we enjoy, I paint it and drink it! Best regards, Will

Kuliga Wiggan 06 Mar 2015

That's pretty good,I should probably start getting myself doing color pencils.

Artist Reply: Kuliga: thanks so much. Yes, you should give colored pencils a try. I'm sure that you would be pleasantly surprised. Thanks again. Best regards, Will

Johnnie Jumper III 29 Jan 2015

my pieces called my self, growing up cowboy, blossom are all pencel. not as good as yours though and my piece called sailing is melted Crayola crayons. You have given me a great idea though. Im going tomorrow and get me some pencils and paper. I am taking up drawing again.

Artist Reply: Johnnie: thank you very much! Your comments are very generous. Your pieces are very nice. Don't put yourself down. I'm glad that you are determined to do more pencil work. Colored pencils don't seem to get the respect that they are due. The more folks we can get to embrace their use, the more art lovers will realize the potential of colored pencils as a real fine art medium. Thanks again and get those pencils today. Best regard, Will

James Mann 25 Jan 2015

I have to hand it to you Will. You have mighty impressive pencil skills. Nicely rendered textures. That glass really presents well.

Artist Reply: James: thank you so very much. I'm glad that this piece spoke to you. I too was pleased with how it turned out. Furthermore, it is a very good wine! Best regards, Will

Angel Estevez 07 Jan 2015

Excellent pencil drawing! Really a very creative artwork! You are very talented Will. I wish you a wonderful 2015 filled with much happiness, health and prosperity. Hugs my friend.

Artist Reply: Angel: thanks so much for your kind comments. They are always appreciated from one as creative as you. This is a great wine that is priced nicely. Give it a try if you can. A very good year to you too, my friend. Best regards, Will

Angelica Burtley 16 Dec 2014

It has that vintage touch that I like so much. Nice work, Will!

Artist Reply: Angelica: thanks so much for your kind comments. We do like this wine very much. I think that this may be why the piece turned out. You know, "Love what you do!" All the best to you in 2015. Regards, Will

Lori Azzolino 05 Nov 2014

Your pencil drawing of this wine bottle are wonderful. I enjoyed viewing your work.

Artist Reply: Lori: thank you so much for your very nice comments. I appreciate your taking time to view my work and I'm glad that you found it appealing. Best regards, Will

Deborah Nicholas 05 Nov 2014

Nice work :) thank you for your comments on my work also Debbie x

Artist Reply: Debbie: thanks so much for taking time to view my work. I appreciate your comment and look forward to seeing more of your work as you post it. Best regards, Will

Gillian Roberts 31 Oct 2014

You have a vary impressive body of work here. I love the detail, congratulations.

Artist Reply: Gillian: thanks so much for your very generous comments. I am detailed oriented. I think that this comes from 31 years as a university biology professor. I taught gross anatomy, human physiology, and genetics. Detail was my middle name and I believe that this carries over to my art. Not a bad thing. I'm glad that you also find this aspect interesting. Thanks for taking time to view my work. Have a great weekend. Best regards, Will

Linda Bickston 28 Oct 2014

This is amazing. Your work is beautiful.

Artist Reply: Linda: thank you so much for taking time to view and comment on my work. I'm a retired university biology professor and self-taught artist. I always devoted a bit of time to my art, but I wish that I had given it more attention during my 31 years of teaching. By the way, I use Dura-lar matte surfaced polyester film as a surface. I think that you too may like this surface. Thanks again and best regards, Will

Gerard Johnson II 23 Oct 2014

Very well done.

Artist Reply: Gerard: thank you so much for taking time to view my work. Your comment is very much appreciated. This is a great red blend wine; you may want to give it a try. Best regards, Will

Carliss Mora 10 Oct 2014

Super color pencils, Will. I love Prismacolor pencils myself, but I don't know how to use them with the skills you have. Bravo!!!!

Artist Reply: Carliss: thank you so much for your very generous comments. They are very much appreciated. Prismacolor pencils are so nice. I'd like to take full credit for the look of my work, but I believe that to some extent, the look of my work is due to my using Dura-lar matte surfaced polyester film rather than paper. This surface is so great to work on. I order it from Dick Blick's. Try it and I'm sure that you to would love it. Best regards, Will

Anne Whiteway 05 Oct 2014

Will, this is ianother of your many outstanding works. Fabulous and very well accomplished this is. A favorite.

Artist Reply: Anne: thank you again for such nice comments! This is a favorite red blended wine of ours. I'm glad that my art makes it look as good as it really is in person. All the best, Will

anne lynch 20 Sep 2014

Lovely,makes you feel like taking a mouthful ...

Artist Reply: Anne: thanks so much for your nice comments. This is a great wine. If you like blends, you would enjoy this. I'm glad my work makes it look so inviting. Best regards, Will

jennifer blenkinsopp 14 Sep 2014

Will Your colour pencil work is a feast for the eyes,amazing artworks. I am interested try the polyester film , I have done some using prismacolor pencils but only on Bristol board.

Artist Reply: Jennifer: thank you for your very generous comments. I do have patience, but most of the credit for the outcome of my efforts is due to the Dura-lar matte surfaced polyester film. It works so well with colored pencils. You can't apply very many layers of color to one side and in that way this surface is quite different from papers. However, you can add color to both sides to enhance or change colors as appropriate. I do a detailed drawing on the primary side in graphite, dab off the excess with a kneaded eraser, and then begin adding color. When I finish with the primary side, I turn over the piece and apply appropriate color on the back side. In this case, the application is less exact, as the detail is on the primary surface. I purchase the Dura-lar film from Dick Blick's. I use 9 x 12 sheets for most of my work, but the film also comes in 18 x 24 inch sheets. I believe I order this as Graphic polyester film. I use Prismacolor pencils and depend heavily on Verithin Prismacolor pencils. A very sharp point that is great for detail work. Once you try this film, I think you'll be sold. The feel as you apply larger areas of color is so very smooth. Like applying paint, almost. Hope that this info is of interest to you. Please let me know if you find it to your liking. Best regards, Will

Jane Cummings 11 Sep 2014

Will, the first drawing stopped me! Love it, and love this wine, too! Have you tried Apothic Red? Well done with the reflections!

Artist Reply: Jane: thank you so much for your lovely comments. They are very much appreciated. Yes, we have tried Apothic Red and it too is very good. We have now discovered Menage a Trois Midnight. Have you tried this? It is very smooth. Best regards, Will.

Mark Kokopelli Watkins 22 Aug 2014

Excellent work, Will! The image appears very life like and 3-D in nature! Mark

Artist Reply: Mark: thanks so much for your kind comment. I'd like to take all the credit, but to be honest, I think that the Dura-lar film surface has lots to do with the end result. Again, thanks and best regards, Will

Levon Avagyan 20 Aug 2014

Nice work! Congratulation!

Artist Reply: Levon: thank you so much for commenting on my work. Much appreciated. Your pencil work is amazing and your oils are also beautiful. Best regards, Will

Stefani Wehner 20 Aug 2014

Just GREAT! Photo work couldn't be better!

Artist Reply: Stefani: thanks so much. Your comment is very flattering. As always best regards, Will

Heloisa Castro 20 Aug 2014

Wonderful work!!!

Artist Reply: Heloisa: Thank you so very much for your comments and for taking time to view my work. Best regards to you, Will

Nira Dabush 20 Aug 2014

QUITE COOL. VERY UNIQUE COMPOSITION DEAR FRIEND. BRAVO!! SHALOM. CHEERS!!

Artist Reply: Nira: thank you so much for your kind comments. They are very much appreciated. The wine in my painting is a red blend. This is the kind of wine that we enjoy, no matter what brand name it has. This is one of the first paintings that I did on Dura-lar matte surfaced polyester film. Color was applied to both surfaces of the film. Hope that your day has gone well. Best regards, Will

Misty Tippens 02 Aug 2014

Wow! Your work is stunning!

Artist Reply: Misty: thank you very much for your generous comments. Much appreciated. Best regards, Will

Sharon De Vore 31 Jul 2014

Absolutely an amazing work, Wiil. You are incredibly talented. Wow!

Artist Reply: Sharon: thank you so much for taking time to view my work and for your generous comments. Coming from an artist of your caliber, your comments are even more appreciated. Best regard, Will

ascension nelson 10 Jul 2014

You are amazing my friend. Thank you for your kind words on my work.??

Artist Reply: Ascension: thank you for your kind comments. They are always appreciated. I was unaware that you are a very recent member of this art community...welcome! As I mentioned before, I am always glad to see the excellent work of other colored pencil artists. I will look forward to viewing more of your work. Best regards, Will

John Cappello 06 Jul 2014

Seems To be A step Ahead of Other Fast Moving Marvelous Artists.

Artist Reply: John: you are way too kind! Thank you so much. Best regards, Will

Andrei Mezei 13 Feb 2014

well done,Will!!!!!!!

Artist Reply: Andrei: thank you so much for your comment. I appreciate your taking the time to view my work. Best regards.

Frank Mayes 13 Dec 2013

Now see... this is knowing the basic craft of drawing... when you know how to draw... you can create anything from that bass. Very well executed and presented

Artist Reply: Thanks, Frank for your generous comments. I also very much appreciate your work. I read your bio and envy your vacation, adventures. My son is also a suffer. He lives in California. Keep on painting.

marie-claire gallet 19 Oct 2013

Fantastically done!!!! I don't know this wine in particular, but its name is "unusual" :)))

Artist Reply: Marie-Claire: did I forget to reply to your comments before this? I'm so sorry. The wine is very good and you are right, the name is a little eye catching! Have a great weekend. Best regards, Will

Menage a Trois

by Will Kirkland

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