Don't worry, I promise this is the last drawing of her although I'm working on a pastel piece right now. I do plan on doing a mirror self portrait of similar style next week or so. This one is 15"X 20" almost twice the size of the previous two. Have to say I love the bigger size better as I can fit in a bit more details. Going for a slightly cleaner style this time. It took a little longer but I really enjoy the process.Regular 2b and 4b pencils, nero pencil and white pastel on Canson Ml-Teintes (something new for me) . I am quite happy with this one (which is a rare case), like it better than the previous two.Well, everything works better when the size goes bigger, the previous two were as tiny as action figures. This one has a good size, maybe I'll go even bigger for my SP.Even though it's supposed to be relatively loose ( comparing to my usual stuff ),I prefer keeping the detail and realism to certain extend. Come to a conclusion that working Too loose is against my nature. I might as well be true to myself. It's important to find the balance, I guess the cleaner style works better for me. Can't be bothered uploading close ups, so if you'd like to see a bigger image, please go to: http://img309.imageshack.us/img309/...oldenbig3kx.jpg
29 Comments
Anonymous Guest 25 Feb 2014
It's unbelievable and amazing, the paint will be respected foreverJohn Larkin 13 May 2006
wow this is very good.Jerry 17 Mar 2006
Superb, sensation, perfect or outstanding portrait and or figure! You are a totally great artist....Greg Joens 08 Sep 2005
I love the unfinished part of this along with the white highlights and the tan background. IncredibleCarolin Schweizer 27 Jul 2005
unbelievably beautiful! It looks so real. You are truely gifted!Susan Epps 14 Jul 2005
Simply outstanding and exceptional work...not a single pencil mark should ever be changed!sher richardson 13 Jul 2005
fantastic work and worthy of #1 of the day... your talent is just awesome, inspiring and historic.... the details make me smile... accolades Isabel....Casey Catton 13 Jul 2005
Beautiful pencil work, love the expression and posture. Great job!Peter Leahy 13 Jul 2005
beautifully doneDiana Hume 13 Jul 2005
This is absolutely incredible, Isabel! You should be VERY happy with this!! Looking forward to seeing your new SP!ethan ford 13 Jul 2005
fantastic! Brilliant! I love it! There are times when you think that you are pretty good at this art thing. Then one day you see work like your Isabel, and you realise just how far behind you are!Emily Reed 13 Jul 2005
She is so attractive. I luv the slight smile on her lips. It makes her look so attractive and sensual.eileen martin 13 Jul 2005
absolutely incredible as usual Isabel!!!Laura Smith 12 Jul 2005
Isabel that is amazing!! So photo realistic.. you are incredibly talented. Her lips, nose and face have such depth and her hair looks like you could run your fingers through it.Love how it loosens up at the bottom.Terry Bullard 12 Jul 2005
wonderful pencil work, I know what you mean when trying to go loose just goes against your nature - I struggle with that myself....you did an awesome job!Christina Langman (nee Toews) 12 Jul 2005
This is wonderful - such emotion and depth. Interesting to leave the bottom unfinished... it would be mistaken for a photo otherwise! Well done!Barbara Beck-Azar 12 Jul 2005
realism to graphics is quite creative! the loose work below the tight drawing is well done -- accolades to you for going out of your comfort zone... I realize you prefer the detail but are not artists at liberty to go off the board? we are not to be cameras -- (although none of your work is by any means mechanical).. I think this style is awesome -- keep going!Reba McDonald 12 Jul 2005
Great work.Leah Jaarveth 12 Jul 2005
This is beautiful Isabel!! Great style and awesome work :)czar 242 12 Jul 2005
Fanyastically well done!Anonymous Guest 12 Jul 2005
Masterfully done! Great drawing, Isabel.WESTERN ARTWORK By Denny Karchner 12 Jul 2005
Bring 'em on Kid! Fantastic work as always Isabel!!--DennyRenata Cavanaugh 12 Jul 2005
Amazing pencil work!José Fortunato 12 Jul 2005
Beautiful pencil portraitJuan Gomez 12 Jul 2005
Your are an amazing Artist Isabel.. Good luck with the size change..stephanie atlee 12 Jul 2005
It looks awesome...she is lovely and like how the realism fades as you go down her bodyEdward Clutter 11 Jul 2005
beautiful work, good details and I like thatDixie Davis 11 Jul 2005
Gorgous! She's lovely!Christine brand 11 Jul 2005
Excellent n Goood gold!