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Wednesday, 30 November 2016

Sheeler

I decided to do a portrait of Charles Sheeler himself, since I found his image to be very compelling and more inspiring to me than his artwork itself. The background (overlapping layers of coloured tulle) recalls the palette and shapes of his artwork, especially Image result for charles sheeler (1883 - 1965), 
(Amoskeag Canal).
This is the photo that I used for his portrait. 
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10 comments:

  1. Phil Fisher30 November 2016 at 07:51

    Great piece Helena. I just love your technique especially the loose threads. They add another dimension. Love it.

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  2. Venetta30 November 2016 at 08:30

    The overlap of tulle is brilliant to get that transparency effect Charles Sheerer was known for. Your "drawing" is so effective...almost looks like a chalk drawing!

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  3. Jinnie30 November 2016 at 09:04

    I like the transparency. It was a good idea to use a portrait of the artist.

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  4. Anonymous30 November 2016 at 10:48

    Very, very well portrayed in every aspect, from the clever use of sheers for the background to your amazing drawing - I would not have known how to start so hats off to you - I think it is an excellent piece of wor.

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  5. Dianne Robinson30 November 2016 at 21:07

    This is a gorgeous piece - having seen it in real life. I love your new style.

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  6. Colleen1 December 2016 at 01:28

    You are so creative to think about the artist instead of his work. Love what you've done!

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  7. Linda F1 December 2016 at 11:26

    I agree with the others, great use of tulles and loose threads, and a very original interpretation of the theme. Love it too!!

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  8. Rosemary1 December 2016 at 21:13

    I agree that it is so interesting that you chose a self portrait and I love the pen and ink look that you have achieved

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  9. Linda B.3 December 2016 at 13:19

    What a great twist on the theme - made me smile!

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  10. Hilary13 December 2016 at 00:27

    OMGoodness - the same starting point but what a difference. Very inspired to use the colours in the overlapping tulle (lots of lovely transparency going on). I take my hat off to you with the portrait - that is a master stroke of genius beautifully carried out.
    Hilary

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