"love in the time of corona" - willow and vine charcoal on 18x24 strathmore artists statementFor my final project, this drawing comprises the last year and uses symbolism to describe emotions, and events that stand out to me looking back. The last brought just as much to me as it took away, and to me it is laid out in this drawing. I was influenced by the charcoal work of many portrait artists such as Louis Smith, and the surreal work of watercolor artist Michelle Konczyk. My emotions drove the symbolism, and heavily decided what I would highlight from the year. The items in the “frame” of this drawing all have a meaning, as does the focal point of the image- the family portrait. Using willow and compressed charcoal gave me the ability to give this drawing a lot of softness which is contrasted by the heavily lined frame. The bee and flowers in this image represent the amazing opportunities I have had to start my bee research again this year, and the peace I have felt being able to get back outside alone in the woods. The flowers are also spring ephemerals, symbolizing my re-blooming into the world with spring and my research. On the bottom, my crying eye is representative of all of the pain I have felt through the year, loosing friends, and going through many emotions. The focal point of my year, and centerpiece of this drawing is my newly formed family. Being able to move in with my long time boyfriend and adopt a cat has been the highlight of this year and brought me so much joy—which I hope is illustrated in this image. progress photos and inspiration
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