"In Before the Storm"

by Will Kirkland

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This is a colored pencil painting that I did based on a photograph that I obtained from a local photographer. I met him at an art show and asked him how much he was asking. He told me that he felt that it didn't turn out and that I could have it for free. I told him that I too was an artist and wanted to base a painting on it. He told me he was fine with that and here is my version. I added the lone person entering the building. This was not a part of the original photo. The stormy sky certainly was and this lead to the title "In Before the Storm". The piece was done on matte surfaced Dura-lar polyester film using Prismacolor Verithin and Faber-Castell Polychromos pencils. The piece measures 8 inches X 10 inches. I hope that you enjoy and that there are no stormy skies in your day.

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Stefani Wehner

Stefani Wehner 16 Jun 2016

How could I miss this fine drawing, quite EXCELLENT, Will?

Will Kirkland
Artist Reply: Stefani: Thank you again for your lovely comment! I enjoy doing buildings and bricks. A bit tedious, but fun to do. Just takes patience! Thanks again and have a good day. Best regards, Will
Maria Karalyos

Maria Karalyos 22 May 2016

Very well done artwork !

Will Kirkland
Artist Reply: Maria: thanks so much for looking and commenting. Your comments are always appreciated. What started as one man's rejected photograph turned into a rather nice colored pencil piece. I'm pleased that this piece caught your eye. Have a good day. Best regards, Will
Mark Barnett

Mark Barnett 19 May 2016

Excellent line drawing, nice detail !!

Will Kirkland
Artist Reply: Mark: thanks so much. I do enjoy doing detail! Probably comes from my previous 31 year career as a university professor. I taught gross anatomy among other courses and was always one to promote the importance of detail. I suppose this has carried over to my art as well! Have a great day and regards, Will.
Timothy John-Luke Smith, PSA

Timothy John-Luke Smith, PSA 05 Jan 2016

Beautiful work Will !!!

Will Kirkland
Artist Reply: Timothy: Your opinion is greatly appreciated. Thank you for taking time to look and to comment. Have a most creative 2016. Best regards, Will
John Cappello

John Cappello 02 Jan 2016

Wonderful Brick patterns, This is a beautiful perperpective So powerful an image Creates a stunning mood !

Will Kirkland
Artist Reply: John: thanks so much! Your comments are always greatly appreciated. Credit for the unique perspective really goes to the original photographer who felt that the photo didn't turn out. I'm glad that I was able to capture the perspective he gave me and to render the piece in convincing realism. Have a great and creative 2016. Best regards, Will
Sharon De Vore

Sharon De Vore 17 Dec 2015

TOTALLY INCREDIBLE, WILL.

Will Kirkland
Artist Reply: Sharon: thanks so very much. All the best and have a very happy Holiday. Will
Will Kirkland
Artist Reply: Sharon: You are too generous! A lot of the credit goes to the original photographer who thought that the picture didn't turn out! He said, Make it into a painting if you want to." and this is what turned out. I thought the dark sky suggested a coming storm and I went with this theme. I'm glad that you find the piece pleasing. I'm quite satisfied with the look. Thanks again and have a very happy and creative 2016. Best regards, Will
Joanie Holliday

Joanie Holliday 17 Dec 2015

FANTASTIC C/P WORK WILL... JOANIE

Will Kirkland
Artist Reply: Joanie: thanks so much. Always good to hear from you. Have a great Holiday. Best regards, Will
marie-claire gallet

marie-claire gallet 17 Dec 2015

OMG, WHAT A FANTASTIC WORK YOU HAVE ACHIEVED, WILL !!! ALL THESE BRICKS !!! WHAT A PATIENCE YOU HAVE. THE RESULT IS SIMPLY BREATHTAKING, MY FRIEND!!! MERRY XMAS TO YOU AND YOUR WIFE !!!

Will Kirkland
Artist Reply: Marie-Claire: Again you are too kind! But your comments are always very much appreciated. I like doing bricks, but you are right. It does take patience. I can't do too many at a sitting! Thank you for the Holiday wishes and the same to you and your husband. All the best, Will
Vernonette Gaddy

Vernonette Gaddy 16 Dec 2015

Excellent colored pencil artwork- gives me a 'You Are There' perspective. :)

Will Kirkland
Artist Reply: Vernonette: thank you so much. The perspective and the stormy looking sky drew me to the original photo. I'm glad that piece also appealed to you. Have a great Holiday. All the best, Will
Bonnie Haversat

Bonnie Haversat 16 Dec 2015

A truly wonderful painting. I know the photographer you based your work on is more than pleased. Merry Christmas Will and a Happy New Year 2016.~Bonnie

Will Kirkland
Artist Reply: Bonnie: Thank you so much for such a meaningful comment. It's always good to hear from you. And the best to you too for a great Holiday season and in to 2016. Will
paul meinerth

paul meinerth 16 Dec 2015

wow, that's a keeper paul

Will Kirkland
Artist Reply: Paul: thanks so much! Words any artist likes to hear. Thanks again and have a great Holiday. Best regards to you. Will
LAURIER Marie josé

LAURIER Marie josé 16 Dec 2015

HOW GIFTED YOU ARE !!!! THIS IS A MASTERPIECE AS ALWAYS !!! WELL DONE WILL !!