Figurative Study

So I was really nervous about this project, because im not so good at drawing people, expecially myself.

This is the picture I used.

Started off not half bad, I was pretty excited.

Then came the face... I struggled.

The final product was not what I was hoping for:(

Canvas Oil Painting

For my canvas painting I decided to use a picture I took during Artprize this year, of a buliding in dowtown Grand Rapids for inspiration, I really love the colors and rustic look. So far I am kind of struggling with the detail and I definetly got the angle messed up.

Nick Onken

I recently have discovered a new photographer, thanks to some looking around on pinterest in the photography section. I fell in love with all his unique shots, he has this special way of capturing an individuals personality and his photos have a naturalness and ease about them and I think thats what drew me to his style of photography. My favorite shoot of his is the Pencils of Promise, and the other two shoots he did in third world countries. It's amazing how these people have nothing and still are happy, and the kids don't seem to mind and its so beautiful how he captured everyones moods and happiness, but still shows the impoverished side. Check it out:)


Nick Onken Portfolio

Warm & Cool Colors

I struggled a lot with this project and the warm cool color balance,
it didn't help that I didn't use the right still life either. But overall, I
am generally pleased with my project, it definitely could use some help
and used more blue/cooler tones in some parts.

Sister Photoshoot

Here are a few photos from a shoot I did with my best friend and her younger sister, their mom wanted some pictures of the girls and I was honored they asked me to take them. Since I know both of the girls really good, I made it my goal to capture their charming nature and strong sister bond that is so special.

This was one of my favorite shots, it wasn't
a planned picture but I love how it
captures their giggly fun personalitys so well.

I love how this photo captures a special
connection that only sisters have.

These girls are both so beautiful and
charasmatic and were natural born models,
to me this picture represents an unbreakable
friendship they both share.