Wednesday, June 17, 2009

The 'Value' of Charcoal.

I had my art class today. Usually I dread going because it's three hours long and I am a very tired sort of person. But today was different. We did a charcoal drawing of a sphere. We were learning and discussing the concepts of value and then lights and shadows. The drawing is very simple but I thought I'd post it up anyway. ...It's not good, but I think I have the general idea. Class today was very messy and since it was more of us just drawing we had a chance to talk among classmates and our teacher. It was great! I've gotten to know my class well enough that I feel like we're all really close friends. I've also learned that when I have a three hour class and I've had about the same amount of sleep I'm usually not exactly 'myself' during class and I find that I typically say things that I otherwise wouldn't. For instance, in class, everything is funny and I am by no means shy about anything. Anyway. I guess that's about it. I think I'll go and take a nap now...

Note to self: Don't let my kids play with Fixative Spray unless eighteen years or older. It is very VERY strong!

2 comments:

Mike and Marisa Compton said...

I've always wanted to use charcol. I think I'd do way terrible though. Looks like you're well on your way to becoming a charcol artist. :)

Nancyann said...

Not any good my foot! I'd never be able to make charcoal look like that! haha, sounds like your art class is way fun, and I kind of think that the tired you is more your real self anyway, so maybe it's a good thing that your tiredness makes you so comfortable about the things you say! haha, Love ya!