Couldn't Resist: "Charmin" Portrait Sketch Today

"Charmin," oil sketch, 20"h x 16"w, ©Jill Banks 2012

Today's model for portrait class was coming in for a single-day pose ... and recent terms I've been relying on students to get involved in recruiting interesting faces and people to sit.  Christine brought us her sister-in-law,  Charmin  ... who I haven't seen for a very long time. Although much of the class was missing, the painters in attendance were excited to tackle Charmin's beautiful red hair. Actually, I was dying to paint her.

Lots of fun!!!!!

Charmin had a great time modeling for us. Mutual joy.

Exhibits and Events

April 14-May 4, Salon International 2012, Greenhouse Gallery, San Antonio, TX.  “Contrapposto”

April 3-30, "Classical Painting Atelier" was accepted for the April All-Media Membership Exhibit at the Art League in Alexandria. "Torpedo Factory Dock" is in the Bin Gallery. Both can be seen this month at the Torpedo Factory, Art League Gallery, 105 N. Union Street, Alexandria, VA.

April 2 -30, "Sunflowers and Gladioli" and "Cup of Tea" are on exhibit as part of the Great Falls Studios group exhibit at the Great Falls Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA throughout the month.

May 15-19, Wayne Plein Air Festival 2012, one of 34 artists juried to participate in a plein air competition and exhibit in and around Wayne, PA. Gala Preview and Artists' Reception, Saturday, May 19, 6-10pm at the Wayne Art Center. Exhibition to follow May 20-June 23 at the Wayne Art Center. 

May 1-31, "Out and About" Solo Show, Katie's Coffee at the Old Brogue, Great Falls, VA. Reception: Sunday, May 6, 2-5pm.
 
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