Hellooooo....
This week I tried drawing with charcoal, which is something that I haven't done since my school days. It was so much fun that I'll definitely have another play soon.
As my regular arty followers know... I'm always trying to loosen my work.
I like everything to be as is and strive for perfection... which can be limiting and always makes for an ultimate let down with finished work.
Sometimes, I'm so tight I'm near to snapping, but working with charcoal was like diving into a warm calm pool totally butt naked!
(cough)
Sorry getting a little carried away there, but it really was a revelation.
I kept laughing as I become increasingly blacker!
Smudges appearing everywhere, but slowly his Highland Coo appeared.
He/She looks quite a character don't you think?
Do you think it's a He or a She.... and what about a name... any ideas?
Have fun everyone and I'll see you again soon
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Oh! I LOVE this little fellow! LOL Such a cutie--and this just fills my eyes--which is the greatest compliment I can give. :D
ReplyDeleteThanks Beth, I'm glad you like him/her
DeleteHappy PPF to you :D
This is a charming sketch, kind of looks like a "he".
ReplyDeleteThanks Terra, so far I think the 'he's have it!
DeleteHappy PPF to you :D
Wow, what cute lady she is 🐮!
ReplyDeleteA great charcoal art.
Happy PPF 💖
Ahh a lady coo... okay.
DeleteThanks for your visit... have a great weekend and Happy PPF to you
I think that charming Highland Coo is definitely a female and for some reason, the name "Daisy" popped into my head.
ReplyDeleteAnother lady... so far it's a draw.
DeleteNow out of all the names I never thought of 'Daisy'
Thanks for your suggestion and visit Debra.
Have a great weekend... Happy PPF to you
Oh wow, it's a beautiful piece!
ReplyDeleteHehe aww thanks Christine. I had fun and enjoyed playing with this one :D
Deleteawe- "he" is so gentle and sweet looking. Great job Neesie!
ReplyDeleteThanks Linda, I really enjoyed this new kind of project.
DeleteCharcoal is a fantastic and it really freed me up!
He’s fab
ReplyDeleteHehe thanks Clare :D
DeleteLove it! So fluffy.
ReplyDeleteThanks NatashaMay, he was so much fun!
DeleteHave a great week :D
Oh, so cute. He looks slightly disheveled and even more cute because of it :-)
ReplyDeleteI think Highland cows always look a little like that Denise, like they have missed a much needed hairdresser appointment... but that's what I love. The dishevelled look :D
DeleteOh excellent, Neesie! Maug. Her name is, quite clearly by he looks of her, Maug.😄
ReplyDeleteHi Minnemie, great to see you :D
DeleteHaha... Maug? Well that's not one that I'd thought of. Thanks for visiting and playing along.
Have a great week ;D
I really love her. I have an affection to cows anyway and this one has so much character.
ReplyDeleteI find the Highland cows very endearing Nicole. I think the dishevelled look and their hardy nature... being able to stay out and battle against all the Scottish climate has to offer.
DeleteThanks for liking :D
Cannot see my post. I immediately thought of Caroline - no reason other than it popped into my head.
ReplyDeleteYou should do more of these, it is utterly charming and I can see a gallery with lots of your charcoal drawing in it. I would buy this in a heartbeat. Beautiful, so full of character.
Hugs, Neet xx
Caroline... oh now that's completely different Neet.
DeleteThanks so much for your kind comment. It's good to know that they would be popular. I'm currently painting a Highland Coo in acrylic. It has a completely different appearance and character.
Hugs back to you :D
Not sure about he or she, but super friendly looking.
ReplyDeleteAww thanks Tammie, I appreciate your imput
DeleteI hope you're having a great week :D
Oh she definitely a she, although coming from Bangkok we can also spice this up a little and suggest she is a Ladyboy cow.... is that a BIG cough I hear from you now Neesie? Lol. Well I think Harriet is a perfect name - hairy Harry for short should cover all options!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you had fun with the charcoal just as I've had with this response.
Wren x
HAHAHAHA! Trust you Wren... putting a completely different twist on things. I never thought of that option for a second. Fun though!
DeleteHairy Harriet is fantastic. I won't be able to look at her the same again now ;D
cute coo :)
ReplyDeletecharcoal is great for loosening up art styles. I like to cover the whole of the paper with charcoal and then draw on it with an eraser, creates some nice effects :)
I found out what great lines can be produced when rubbing the eraser over the charcoal. I love playing with charcoal, but seriously I should get on with my assignment.
DeleteYukky damp dreich day here today :/
Young fellow for sure...so sweet. I hear ya about letting go. This guy is so soft too...love it!
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Oh my goodness! This is so cool!
ReplyDeleteI have seen some of your cow work before - I love your cow faces!! Now this one is a female for sure - you can tell by her eyes and her fancy hair do. This is not very original Denise but I would name her MOO!
ReplyDeleteSandy xx
S/He is absolutely adorable . . such a Cutie Pie. Blessings, Janet
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