4 September 2009




Course work: Completed work on Assignment 1, Section 4, p 20. Application of workable fixative gave paper enough “tooth” to hold more charcoal in the darker areas, and I was able to complete the darker reflections and shadows, as well as the black pot-handle and knobs.



Summary Observations on Reflected Light (Check and Log): the shadow pattern cast by the primary light source is relatively easy to see, but the reflected shadow is often confusing. Reflections of objects distant from the setup (including my own) have added to the many shadows and reflections already present. I think that I managed to capture most of the contour-following nature of the reflections. Trying to get not only the reflections, but the reflections of the reflections, has proved challenging. Doing this exercise in monochrome media has made me realize how difficult it would be to do in color.



Personal sketchbook work: Did a sketch in my pocket sketchbook of a nice, symmetrical young cedar tree I saw while out on my morning walk. Spent some largely-wasted time trying to sketch horses in my A4 sketchbook, but was defeated by almost-constant motion.



Total time: about 1 ½ hours