Drawing from the Model - Self Portrait

THE INTERN – UPDATE

Rachel Summer 2009

After the Internship

Graduation from Ridgefield CT High
Off to University of Tampa, FL
Enrolled in the Art Therapy Program
Life figure drawing class
Class Project – Portrait- Medium Pencil

Self Portrait

: Rachel Self Portrait 2009

OK, I’m a pretty proud sponsor, but most of all, a very proud Grandmother. Talk about drawing from the model. I think this one is outstanding. Her handling of her hair brings activity to a still portrait. And check out the detail of the eyes and the cami she is wearing.

Doodling with a pencil is easy. Self-portrait…not so easy. I don’t have the photo she used as reference, but look at her summer picture. She’s really captured a likeness.

First self portrait in college. Congrats to Rachel. It gets my ” A “

I’ll continue to keep you posted on her accomplishments. Thanks for your interest in this very talented young woman.

jackie November 17, 2009: Rachel: WOW what can a grandmother say, after her granddaughter gives her the compliment of her life. THANK YOU. Big Hugs to You.
Rachel Keller (The artist!!) November 16, 2009: Thank You so much Grandma for this wonderful post about me and my portrait I drew! I am very proud of my work, and very proud to have come from such a talented grandmother. You have taught me a lot and I have taken all of it to heart as I continue my studies here at the University of Tampa. Much love to you, and thanks again for all of your support and love.

Rachel
Evelyn Beard November 16, 2009: Congratulations Rachel. Your portrait is very good. Your Grandma is also a very good artist and a great teacher. You have excellent genes and credentials. Go girl.