Poise

Authors

  • Abby Hartley University of Colorado Boulder

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33011/cuhj20242545

Abstract

In this piece, I wished to capture the effortless elegance and cutting silhouette of my muse, with her features bathed in cool light. To give the drawing a soft and smooth feel, I shaded it using a digital brush that mimics the finish of oil paint. Inspired by my love of vintage comics, I then applied a halftone overlay to the piece to achieve a more captivating texture. I also used a gritty halftone brush to add subtle highlights to my muse’s eyelid, urging viewers to focus on her downcast gaze. The dramatic lighting I implemented in this piece highlights a small scar along my subject’s cheekbone, a minute imperfection that fails to detract from her beauty and poise. 

Digital drawing, 1620px x 2150px

Poise

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Published

2024-04-30

How to Cite

Hartley, A. (2024). Poise. University of Colorado Honors Journal, 3. https://doi.org/10.33011/cuhj20242545

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Art