The key in making the hair look course is to be sure each individual hair is in relief and the undercoat in material that is removed. In being planful about this carving, the texture of the hair will add to the ruggedness of the critter - at least that is the plan.
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| Moose pencil sketch with India Ink definition in preparation for transfer to the relief block. |
After much thought, I did decide to leave only the beard for facial hair and leave the rest of the skull smooth. I hope this creates enough of a contrast to enhance the shaggy, ruggedness of the body, as well.
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| Moose relief block with portions carved. Notice the definition created by the carving of each individual hair in the lower left portion of the block and under the eye. |
I am not sure that all non-artist observers are aware of how much planning goes in to the creation of one relatively small piece of art. In fact, I was having a conversation with a pen, pencil and ink artist I ran into at a local art show. After observing one of her drawings, a guest in her home had remarked that her drawing was simply a slick way to copy a photograph. She was clearly offended and felt unappreciated.
I feel very fortunate that no one has expressed anything even remotely close to this kind of statement within ear-shot to me. I just have great friends!!!!!
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| Moose relief block, inked with Ranger sepia ink and ready to print for first draft. Notice there are some random peaks that have picked up ink and will probably print on the draft. The print this creates will serve as a map for revisions. |
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