The first drawing of the year brings me back to my initial love: child art! This pastel art work was all about the possibility of childhood and the daring view of seeing the world for the first time, with all it’s possibilities, regardless of the initial surroundings.

From initial quick sketch…to something more substantial…

to a more minimalist sketch, focusing on the child…

to a color palette that makes sure the focus is on the little girl…

to a test drawing to see that all the colors work together…

to the progression of the finished drawing.

“Round Peg” :: 12×12″ pastel pencil on paper. Copyright 2009 Pia F. Walker