Gesture Drawing 4.27.23
This was supposed to have been shared sooner, but wires were crossed, and it didn’t happen. Thought I’d share now.
Rachael Padilla posts
Viva Chihuahua
This one is from the vaults!
I had just sewn this double circle skirt, and really needed to test its movement and flow. I needed to see how the fabric would bunch together while in moti...
2023-04-29 23:19:18 +0000 UTC View PostGreen Walk
It didn't rain today, so it was perfect weather for a walk in the woods! The trees have completely filled in with delightful bright green foliage!
2023-04-28 22:46:39 +0000 UTC View PostSelfie in Three Parts, April 27th
A haiku:
Old dog sleeps, snoring.
Finding rabbits in his dreams.
I watch his paws twitch.
It rained again today. I don't think I saw the sun at all. It was the k...
2023-04-27 23:03:05 +0000 UTC View PostWednesday Walk
It's Wednesday, a great day for a walk! I mentioned in yesterday's Tuesday Update that I'd gone through all of the tier offerings available on Patreon just to further clarify what the perks are at ...
2023-04-26 22:38:59 +0000 UTC View PostTuesday Update!
From the bumps in the road, to successes on the skateboard. This is what's going on with me so far this week!
2023-04-25 18:20:32 +0000 UTC View PostSelf Portraiture in 3 parts
Two instant photos and a gestural drawing of skating.
I'd been unable to skate all weekend, so I was a bit worried that I'd lost some of my progress. But all's well! I'm beginning to we...
2023-04-24 23:21:45 +0000 UTC View PostBehind the Scenes: How I Selfie
This is my new tool.
While I've been snapping an instant picture almost daily for the past month, this camera has some great features that will allow for a variety of compositions. I'll...
2023-04-23 23:21:30 +0000 UTC View PostPoetry Reading
I generally seek out poems that are light and uplifting. This one, however, is not.
It's called, "To the Unnamed Nun Who Burned Herself to Death on the Night of June 3, 1966" by Diane Di Prim...
2023-04-22 22:48:06 +0000 UTC View PostToday's Gesture Drawing and Instant Pic
The self portrait work continues.
As a self portrait artist, I'm continually working in all ways "selfie". I suppose that it started some time ago with the convenience that I was always...
2023-04-20 22:35:19 +0000 UTC View Post
Tuesday Update
Happy Taco Tuesday! Here's what I'm up to, I hope your week is going well.
2023-04-18 21:30:45 +0000 UTC View PostBehind the Scenes: Finding the Words
There's a big difference between a finished movie and the making of that movie. Here, a behind the scenes look at my effort in finding the right words, with commentary.
2023-04-16 22:14:38 +0000 UTC View Post"Bronze" "Pepper"
This is a test. I have always had a measure of trouble getting technology to work the way that it should. This often includes video links. I do want all of you that are supporting...
2023-04-16 14:59:59 +0000 UTC View PostTopless in a tree 360!
I was moving some files around while working on my next Youtube video and I came across this! I was experimenting with 360 filming and what it could do. I also wanted to see how easy it...
2023-04-15 14:43:03 +0000 UTC View PostIn Progress
As mentioned in this week's Tuesday Update, I've recently been inspired by some old-school packaging designs of candy . I have been working on a new piece featuring the Zagnut bar!
The ...
2023-04-13 23:46:57 +0000 UTC View PostGesture Drawing Today 4.12.23
Me, charcoal, paper, and a mirror.
2023-04-13 03:32:28 +0000 UTC View PostTuesday Update
An update of everything going on this week for me! The completion of a painting, pottery, inspiration for new work, and a surf skate update!
2023-04-12 00:53:07 +0000 UTC View PostPottery Update
An update for what I'm making in clay!
https://vimeo.com/816358615/fbce0052c7
2023-04-11 03:28:56 +0000 UTC View PostPatreon Preview of My Completed Painting
A sneak peek at this week's YouTube video, just for Patrons!
My painting is completed. As I worked, I thought about a question I was asked regarding my painting technique.
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2023-04-10 01:51:03 +0000 UTC View PostToday's Gesture Drawing (and Instant Pic)
It's a goofy looking drawing.
As I created this one, I found myself leaning slightly to look around my paper at my reflection. Normally, I would simply correct my posture, but this time...
2023-04-08 23:36:20 +0000 UTC View PostIn (and Out) of the Studio
A behind the scenes look at an energizing and pleasant Spring day!
Behind the Scenes: Painting the Cartwheel Painting
A 'Behind the scenes" look at my current painting: a cartwheel in process. This is how I begin a painting. First thing's first: getting in the darks.
2023-04-07 02:59:12 +0000 UTC View PostOn the Easel
Today's progress on the cartwheel painting. Plus today's instant picture for a bit of scale!
2023-04-06 22:52:25 +0000 UTC View PostSurf Skate Progress
Learning a new thing can be slow going.
I thought I'd film a few minutes of surf skate practice to share with you. Undoubtedly, I'll improve! But if I have no reference for a starting p...
2023-04-05 23:20:18 +0000 UTC View PostTuesday Update
Some thoughts on the week past and the week to come. Along with an update for the content of Tuesday Updates.
Thank you for helping to support a living artist!
Happy River Walk
A short walk on a river pathway in the spring! Everything is so green and lovely.
2023-04-03 23:39:24 +0000 UTC View PostInstant Pics!
This is the next installment of daily pics taken with the instant camera.
2023-04-03 23:28:45 +0000 UTC View PostPatron Early Release
A sneak peek at this week's YouTube video! Join me for a tour of a whimsical place filled with miniature castles, the Cathedral of Notre Dame, the Colosseum and so much more! It's the Calhoun, Geor...
2023-04-02 23:12:46 +0000 UTC View PostKrog March
Another walk through the amazing Krog Street Tunnel! The art is ever changing, ever more layered. Just in the brief walk through I saw several artists at work.
2023-04-01 13:34:45 +0000 UTC View Post