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Figure, Life & Gesture

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Selection of live figure drawings from life sessions, 2023–2024. Works in charcoal, pastel, and sanguine explore gesture, volume, and mood through timed studies—ranging from 30-second captures to longer structural explorations.

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Expressive charcoal and pastel drawing on toned paper: a reclining nude figure viewed from the side, partially enveloped in dark swirling strokes that obscure the upper body and create dramatic contrast.

Expressive charcoal and pastel drawing on toned paper: a reclining nude figure viewed from the side, partially enveloped in dark swirling strokes that obscure the upper body and create dramatic contrast.

Rapid two-minute gesture drawing in sanguine pastel and charcoal: a reclining nude figure rendered with loose, overlapping red tonal masses and bold black contour lines on white paper.

Rapid two-minute gesture drawing in sanguine pastel and charcoal: a reclining nude figure rendered with loose, overlapping red tonal masses and bold black contour lines on white paper.

Rapid 30-second gesture sketch in red conté of a nude figure, emphasizing fluid form and weight distribution on toned paper.

Rapid 30-second gesture sketch in red conté of a nude figure, emphasizing fluid form and weight distribution on toned paper.

Dramatic black charcoal drawing on tan paper of an oversized glass jar partially filled with textured sand, topped by a detailed succulent with thick, overlapping leaves; strong tonal contrasts emphasize reflections and form.

Dramatic black charcoal drawing on tan paper of an oversized glass jar partially filled with textured sand, topped by a detailed succulent with thick, overlapping leaves; strong tonal contrasts emphasize reflections and form.

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