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Saturday, August 10, 2024

And the winner is . . .


This is my current all-time favorite photo, an 1876 image by Gaudenzio Marconi that literally shows it's intended use by an artist.  Those grid lines are a device used to insure consistent sizing when an artist creates a larger image from a photo.  The model is nothing less than beautiful, and the pose is utterly sublime.  Marconi died at age 44.  What a loss!

 

10 comments:

  1. To draw easily, grids are a good method, but I prefer to draw in a more artistic way, even if the proportions are not always exact.

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    1. Whatever works for you is fine with me. I enjoy your drawings.

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  2. Nice range of faves images

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  3. Never seen this one before, just beautiful. Wonderful set with something for everyone to appreciate and enjoy!

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    1. Glad you like the series. I tried to cover a lot of bases.

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  4. Thanks for this series of your favs. Brilliant blog

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    1. You're quite welcome, and thanks for the compliment.

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