Sunday Drivers
There is always a story behind a picture. The pastel work I did of the three riders on a hot summer day was referenced from a picture I took many… Read more »
Author Archives: dlvm
Embracing Pastel and Coloured Pencil
I have been working more and more in soft pastel and coloured pencil. As part of my development in this area I have discovered the critical requirements of the “right”… Read more »
Marky – New Picture
Another version of Marky, this time on sanded paper. This little pup has a wonderful, sweet disposition and is a joy to draw.
White Kitten
Facebook – Vaughan Mitchell Fine Art I crafted this wee kitten a few weeks ago from a source photo from pixabay. Tiny pic of a tiny kitty. Pixabay reference on… Read more »
Navi
This is Navi – taken from an earlier photo. She is now a 10 year old border collie. Completed on 8 x 10, Fabriano Hot Press 140 lb water colour… Read more »
Siamese kitten
Uploaded finished picture. Here is a link to the Facebook entry. Facebook – Vaughan Mitchell Fine Art Work in progress. Mi tientes 9×12. Coloured pencils various caran d’ache luminance, Koh I… Read more »
Tools and techniques
I am always interested in new products and tools to use in the creation of art or to manage an online presence. I came across an interesting and fun website… Read more »
“Context”
After days of wrap around media coverage to mark the passing of significant public figures who have touched generations I couldn’t help but contemplate the significance of the smallest… Read more »
Friends – Acrylic
This is my most recent acrylic work. I have included some work in progress pictures to show the evolution of this painting. It was particularly challenging to paint because the… Read more »
Marky – new version
As I have worked on pastel and coloured pencil skills I completed a new version of Marky. He is a sweet pup with a calm and peaceful disposition. This picture… Read more »