Monday, January 24, 2011

Drawing Abe


I've been working on a portrait of Abe Lincoln.  I had no particular plan for this other than practice; he has a very interesting face.  I've found that as I draw someone, I feel compelled to know more about them.  How did that little line appear?  What were they so worried/happy about?  What is the source of that tiny scar?

There's a lot more to Abe Lincoln than is in the body of common knowledge.  If you get the chance, read up on him as we round the bend toward President's Day.