Work continues on Takakkaw Falls for Thursday’s Drawing project ~
Takakkaw Falls, graphite drawing (12×9) is being drawn on Bristol Vellum paper with 2H and HB pencils, using a kneaded eraser and tortilum for blending. Today’s work was spent mainly on developing the trees with the intention to build the trees with enough bulk so they are substantial enough in size and value that they hold their own against the falls, but also to balance out bottom portion of the drawing with the rest of the scene – I want them to hold their own. While they aren’t the focal point they play an important role in creating interest aside from all the rock and water, and to eventually provide the perspective of the sheer size of the falls. In addition the far-right side of the waterfall was worked on.
Next week the trees will continue to be added on and developed, and then it is smooth sailing to the finish. Thanks for checking in – click onto the image for a larger view.
Takakkaw Falls #6
Oil Pastels by Mary 
It’s taking great shape!
Thanks Elena!
Details are coming together well … and wolfie continues to survive.
Thanks Frank – the wolf is that secondary must have, he gotten quite the attention.
I remember way back when his continued appearance was (at best) marginal.
This is really breathtaking, Mary. The falls suddenly look colossal now that you’ve added the trees. Amazing to see how the wolf had developed over the weeks. 👍
Thanks Sylvia – that’s exactly the impression I wanted to leave about the falls.
Always like your layers. The tonal layers in the trees are just excellent
Thanks very much Mark – appreciate your feedback on the trees!
This is looking really good! I appreciate how you describe your process. I also see the wolf/dog! Look forward to seeing the next stage.
Thanks Catherine – it’s taking a while this one, but I’m seeing the end.
Coming on nicely
Thanks Derrick!
Wow! I just love how the wolf is making his way out. If I remember right, you hadn’t planned to put him in there originally had you? Worked out great!
Thanks so much Michelle – you are so right! About the third week into this drawing the wolf appeared, the fourth week his leg and then that kind of settled it – he was staying in the drawing (I had to clean him up a bit).
He was destined to be! 🙂
As ever, Miss Mary, superior craft
much love
uncle john
Wow Uncle John, great to see you again – thank you so much for your generous feedback. Looking forward to reading some of your new writing once again!
Oh my – it’s stunning already! Martha
Thanks so much Martha – it’s a fun piece to work out! Have a wonderful weekend.
lovely! I can see the dog, a husky on the right of the falls, its brilliant!
Thanks Anna!
I think the trees are definitely holding their own, Mary. I really enjoy reading what you do to create your beautiful art.
Thanks Geralyn – glad you enjoyed the process.
The trees are looking very good…and work well with the overall composition. They also ground the image….it’s coming along beautifully, and thank you so much for sharing the process. Janet.
Hi Janet, thank you very much! So happy for your comment on “grounding the image” that’s exactly what I was looking for.
Wow! Mary, do you have a special gift for trees, do you think? Man I’m so impressed! Really gorgeous work. (No surprise there) 💛
Thank you Laura – I do love drawing trees, it’s very relaxing. When I draw pine trees in graphite I use squiggly lines and some blending with a tortilium.
Thanks for that tip, Mary!!
Wow! The dog really jumped out at me today. Great work, Mary!
Thanks Jill!