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-- 12 April, 2006 --
EDM Challenge 62
I drew my faithful old Birkenstocks in July 2004. At the time I was very new to oil pastels and I used them to paint the shoes on the floor near my feet. A couple of weeks ago I shouted myself to some bottles of artists' ink. I hadn't used them yet so they certainly qualify for this challenge. I have used a limited palette of black and burnt sienna.
Back in 2004 I was still complaining about not being able to draw moving objects.
In 2006 I am still wearing these shoes.
Posted by robynls at April 12, 2006 8:47 PM
Comments
One of the most satisfying things can be returning to a previous challenge and feeling like you finally 'got it." Definately seems like you did just this. The shoes seem warm and inviting and I bet they are!
Posted by: melissa w at April 12, 2006 11:32 PM
VERY NICELY DONE!
Posted by: Lin at April 13, 2006 12:02 AM
Lovely shoes!
Posted by: Sioux at April 13, 2006 2:01 AM
I love my birkenstocks too :) Great drawing
Posted by: alison in canberra at April 13, 2006 9:15 AM
Love your birks Robyn. You have done well with the inks, that is something I have yet to try.
Posted by: clare at April 13, 2006 1:30 PM
One time I bought a pair of their sandals. I never could wear them as the soles were just too hard. I like a cushioned insole.
Posted by: Bonnie at April 13, 2006 10:40 PM
:-D I have two pairs of Birkenstock sandals that I bought in ... get ready ... 1997. They have been well worn and are still worn often, and look great! My favorite shoes for jeans -- as I'll bet these are for you. Wonderful drawing, as always!
Posted by: Linda at April 14, 2006 9:11 AM
Thank you for commenting on my blog! I'm new at this and it's very exciting to "meet" new artsy peeps!
I love this piece...It makes me want to draw more!
Posted by: deborah at April 14, 2006 12:30 PM
Cute shoes Robyn! Did u enjoy using the new inks?
Posted by: Anastasia at April 14, 2006 4:22 PM