more elements. I discovered this rooster on an old Chinese scroll. I
love the pose and have been trying to 'copy' or reinterpret this rooster
in my own style. I haven't quite thought out what I'm doing with him.
Just thought I'd share a partial composition.
What I find intriguing is that with a few seemingly simple lines one is able to depict not only an animal, but its movement and character.
ReplyDeleteI say seemingly because it takes skill to render something with a few lines.
Enjoyed your rooster.
Jafabrit said it perfectly. I love the attitude of this rooster, the graceful curve of his body--it's so alert, alive.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the encouragement. Jafabrit's right, the real skill in this type of ink work is in knowing when to let go.
ReplyDeleteBill_Thanks for letting me know Mineke's link isn't working--didn't work for me either; I'll try to fix it!
ReplyDeletebeautiful, sensitive work...
ReplyDeletethank you for adding me to your blog roll.. I hope you don't mind if I add you to mine..