I did a drawing of a seated portrait model this week. While I do figure and portrait sketches on the sly often when in public places, doing so requires a kind of sideways study. I do not want the subject to be self conscious or uncomfortable, or to feel accosted. Having a model is a rare thing. One can look from whatever angle and stare as much as needed. While the students were working on their paintings, I took a moment to make a few drawings of the model. Seen from below, she looked like she was in a landscape, looking out at something a distance away.
Perhaps the viewer would see it differently.
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Peter, You look so cool in your pic. I think of you and Suzanne alot. Hope you and your family are well.