Wedding Prep

In 2018 I had the privilege of photographing a cousins wedding. My approach to any photography sessions is very organic. I went over to the house of the groom and bride before the wedding. Everyone was there (wedding participants) or arriving. I took photos and video of hair being done, makeup being applied and ties being tied. I recently went back to some of those images for paintings. I started out with a simple pencil sketch in my sketchbook and moved on to this pastel. This version was sitting on my easel waiting to be finished. Pam saw it and said it did't need any additional work. I always (sometimes) value her opinion on when something is finished. I look forward to exploring more images from the wedding and reception.

Pank Trim

This is just a random building that I took a fancy to and photographed. I made up the colors and street sign. To me this is a combination of Richmond, California and Charleston, South Carolina. I know that this building is on Cutting Ave in Richmond. However, the overall scheme reminds me of Charleston. Oh well it's just our artistic licenses on display. I'm not very good with perspective but that doesn't deter me. I am slowly getting more comfortable with structures and my own way of rendering them.

False Bravado Or Self Care?

We encountered these young men while enjoying an afternoon stroll/sketch session at the marina. I immediately got a sense of false bravado as they walked past us. Of course being a Black woman I gave the customary chin "what's up" as we passed....strictly out of habit. Of course I turned around and took photos as they walked away.

This was the initial sketch. I was attracted to the lines and postures.