Try singing that to the tune "and a partridge in a pear tree"... Christmas must be approaching... But YES! Kiddo number three has safely arrived, wisely keeping quiet except to be fed or changed, not causing unnecessary strife or chaos in the house. What a cute little man. (I really need a new family photo now!) Introducing Caleb, little brother to Anne and Josie, born just a couple weeks ago. He was a little guy.... WAS. If we all gained weight like he does we'd be perfectly snowball shaped by Christmas. How timely.
Speaking of timely, I have done some speed drawing in preparation for the season of gift-giving. Well, not actually--more like staying up all night drawing....since I'm up anyways. It only seems like speed drawing to my "shoemaker" husband who apparently married a magical and talented "elf". Baby Caleb will have the sound of pencils dancing on paper forever ingrained in his subconsience.
Here are some images of my latest work:
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| Wonderfully Made, pencil drawing on Stonehenge, 5x7" Copyright 2013 Lisa Smouter Original for sale through Flagship Gallery. Prints available. |
This drawing combines my curiosity about ultrasounds and babies in utero with a more classical way of drawing. I referenced the figure of the baby from an old Leonardo da Vinci drawing--his drawings of babies in utero are incredible!
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| Expectation, pencil drawing on Stonehenge, 5x7" Copyright 2013 Lisa Smouter Original for sale through Flagship Gallery. Prints available. |
This was the image that essentially started the series. I hope the image feels genuine and sincere, rather than sentimental.
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| Mother and Child: First Moments, pencil drawing on Stonehenge, 5x7" Copyright 2013 Lisa Smouter Original for sale through Flagship Gallery. Prints available. |
This is the last one of the series, for now anyways. Although two portraits are visible I think it still has a fairly universal way about it, that it could be almost any mother and child. This is such a special moment--the first minutes together after a child is born.
The Christmas show at Flagship Gallery will open on November 22nd, featuring mostly smaller and affordable artwork from all the artists. These three drawings will be on display then as well, and prints will be available on request.
One last thing, for anyone excited or passionate about what Flagship Gallery is doing for our community, please express your support! Whether through prayer, time or money, this gallery needs your love! Come visit the gallery, check out the classes we're offering, and consider donating to this artist-run gallery.
Blessings,
LS
