Ink Work
During my studies I fell in love with the way ink flowed and the wide variety in which it could be used. I experimented with many different styles and techniques and have loved them all. This is a medium that brings me so much joy and I hope to communicate that through my art.
Tiny Magnificence
Concept: Using ink to communicate the beautiful color ranges of hummingbirds.
Dimensions and materials: 9”x9.5”, Acrylic ink on watercolor paper.
Ink Stained Ocean Voyager
Concept: Using acrylic ink in a monotone palette to show the detail and dimension of an octopus.
Dimensions and materials: 6”x”6, Acrylic ink on watercolor paper.
The Mark of a Master
Concept: The pin given to those who achieve the Master Diver status through the Navy. Portrayed through monotoned acrylic ink washes.
Dimensions and materials: 7”x11”, Acrylic ink on illustration board.
The Old Man
Concept: An exploration of a new technique and material, best done on images with more intense textures.
Dimensions and materials: 7.5”x10”, gum and ink on illustration board.
A Beloved Pet
Concept: same as above, imagery is of my dog who passed.
Dimensions and materials: same as above.
Ribs in Ink
Concept: one part of an anatomical portfolio learning how to illustration the bones proportionately.
Dimensions and materials” 11.5”x15”, ink wash and pen on watercolor paper.
Beauty in Red
Concept: Acrylic ink depiction of a Northern Cardinal in a snowy winter.
Dimensions and materials” 5”x7”, Acrylic ink on watercolor paper.
