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Saturday, March 5, 2011

Sunday Sketches - Sepia Girl

Happy Sunday All!  I am not sure if we will be having Sunday Sketches this weekend or not - Certainly not without our lovely hostesss Sophia, so I will just post this to share and change it to SS later if Sophia is up to hosting - Either way, our thoughts are with Sophia and her family during this difficult time.




Thought I would post some progress pictures of 'Sepia girl'... :-)
Not sure what to call her yet but I am using lots of sepia colored ink on her so that is her lovely title for now. (I apologize for the shadows in the picture)

Below you can see I have started to layer in some rich browns for the flower and hair - I had originally intended to do the whole flower/leaf part of the drawing in brown tones, but it just didn't come out right so I switched it up with my favorite green and pink pencils.  I love the color combinations!  You can also get a peak at the lower part of this piece.  I am thinking of doing some vinework, sort of like a body hennae treatment on the upper part of her body, and the lower part will be wrapped in a sarong type wrap.
This is how she started earlier this week...

Love to hear your thoughts as always.  Wishing you all a wonderful and relaxing Sunday and week to come!


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31 comments:

  1. Rebecca AnthonyMarch 5, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    Oh my gosh this is going to be amazing!!!!!! She is gorgeous! I absolutely love all the sepia tones and the idea of doing a henna vine pattern sounds incredible, I can't wait to see her when you've finished!!

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  2. LenoraMarch 5, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    I agree, she is a beauty! Her face is amazing! THe eyes and lips are fascinating.. and I love sepia. So soft!

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  3. DeannaMarch 5, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    I'm so jealous. lol. You are extremely talented and she is very lovely. Can't wait to see the finished piece.

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  4. KateHollomanMarch 5, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    Oh my word! I absolutely LOVE the line art :) I have always loved it and for years it was the only thing I did.. then I started getting more into colors which I love today, but I still keep the lines pretty much everywhere in everything. Your stuff is soo lovely! great job!

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  5. AnonymousMarch 5, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    Awesome ...
    Check out mine ..
    http://ashbeezone.wordpress.com/2011/03/06/the-music-girl-sketching-and-crayon-coloring/

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  6. Heather FoustMarch 5, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    This is so beautiful! I think this is my favorite one so far!!! Do I say that to you every week. They just get better and better!

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  7. UnknownMarch 5, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    She's beautiful love the colours you have used..

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  8. WrightStuffMarch 6, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    It's quite scary (in a nice way) the speed at which your art is progressing. I wonder what you'll be producing this time next year. You have certainly found your niche. This latest piece is incredible. The detail is a delight - and I love your plans for her. Wonderful!!

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  9. jywheelerMarch 6, 2011 at 4:14 AM

    Can't wait to see her finished.....I love her expression.

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  10. MarleneMarch 6, 2011 at 5:32 AM

    She is absolutely gorgeous, I love the color and the tones you are getting. Her eyes are amazing and the lips, wow. You do just keep getting better and better.

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  11. ChristineMarch 6, 2011 at 6:52 AM

    I love her headdress, truly inspired today!

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  12. CrystalMarch 6, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    I can only think of one word...Beautiful! :-)

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  13. Morph WaffleMarch 6, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Pretty, I LOVEEEEEEE this color scheme.

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  14. Sarah KnightMarch 6, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    Lovely : )

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  15. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    oh wow!!! this is so beautiful!!! wonderful work!!!!

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  16. ReflectionsMarch 6, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    She is turning out absolutely beautiful. Love the color choices. Stunning.

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  17. HeatherMarch 6, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    ok, LOVE this! Julia, this is amazing! she's like a gorgeous mother earth, with the beautiful colors you have chosen. this is your best in my book! I just can't get enough of her!!!! can't wait to see her finished! well done my friend! xxoo

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  18. lissaMarch 6, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    she's wonderful! love the hair/flower. for some reason, I want to name her Grace, she looks peaceful

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  19. Sinderella's StudioMarch 6, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    Your ladys are wonderful - I don't know how I would pick a favorite!
    cheers, dana

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  20. FallingladiesMarch 6, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    This is very cool, especially the idea of sepia and henna! Thanks for stopping by my blog today!
    -Andrea

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  21. GalleryJuanaMarch 6, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    I love the large brown flower and how you're doing a portrait and nude!

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  22. Ces AdorioMarch 6, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Wow! She is truly gorgeous. A lot of things on her hair like she is going to the derby with Audrey hepburn! I love her eyes.

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  23. Alexandra MacVeanMarch 6, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    She is coming along great, Julia. I love the browns in this one. Love how the colour flows from her head to her lips. Such a warm, cozy feeling. Hugs!

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  24. Kristin DudishMarch 6, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Gorgeous.

    I love the way "sepia -girl" is progressing... I am so enjoying watching this evolution!

    xo
    Kristin

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  25. Jehanne's doodlesMarch 6, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    oh this is gorgeous!!! looking forward to seeing her finished :)

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  26. Kristin AquariannMarch 6, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Beautiful! She has such sweet lips.

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  27. outdoor.momMarch 6, 2011 at 10:56 PM

    Hennae would be FABULOUS on her!

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  28. Julia ChristieMarch 7, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    Thank you everyone for your lovely comments! I so appreciate each and every one!!

    Smiles

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  29. NellyMarch 7, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Really striking. I love see the different steps in the evolution of this piece. Love it!

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  30. HannahMarch 8, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    This is beautiful. I love the balance of the composition. Thank you for showing us your process.

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  31. ChrisMarch 8, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    OMG Julia she is STUNNING!! I love all the wonderful detail that you put into you artwork and your faces are always so adorable. What an inspiration you are!!
    I can't wait to see the completed painting I just know it is going to be wonderful. You have such an eye for colour I am in awe :-D
    hugs
    Chris xx

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