Pens on Paper

I have been trying to fit in a little art work during the times I stay with Mom.  I have found that a sketchbook and some pens seem to work well as I can sit in the living room with her as I work.  

I have been using Micron pens and brush markers -it is purposefully limited so that I don't have a lot to corral when I need to stop.  I have both a regular sketchpad and a mixed media pad that I am using. 

Both of pieces I am showing today were made in the mixed media sketchbook. 

First up is a face - for the Friday Face Off.

I started with one of the larger nibs of the micron pens.  Then I went back

with the brush pens and added color.

If you look closely there is a lot of design in the hair area.  I do wish I had

taken a photo before adding the color.  (next time, maybe) 

Her skin with the brush pens was blotchy (more than it is now! You hush!)
At home, I used some Inktense pencil and water to smooth it out as 

best I could. 

Next up is a black and white creation.  

I didn't want to risk messing him up with color.

I may photocopy it and then play with color on it. 

He actually has a face of sorts also.  

I had no plan when I started this one, but he sort of called to me.

I did the head part first - not planning a head or ahead.  

But I saw a face and couldn't resist making it into a creature. 

I suspect Nicole will enjoy this one.

Happy Friday Folks!

                                                       Linking to the Friday Face Off.

Until Next Time,  

Stay Creative 

                                                                    

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