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Latest Charcoal Scenario

           

The first work shown in this image gallery is "Good Hands" – the latest in my Charcoal Scenario series, featuring friends Leah (on floor) and Tanya (in chair). The rest of the works in this series are shown in the following order:

  • Son Joseph and his new wife Kristin in "The Newlyweds" (2008)
  • Friend Jay (seated) and husband Jerry (standing) in "Firekeepers" (2006)
  • Daughter Rose and her husband Charlie in "Game Plan" (2008)
  • My husband and I "YouTubing" (2008)
  • My son and his two male ferrets in "Beautiful Boys" (2008)

Details for all works in this series: 18" x 24" Charcoal on Strathmore paper (some heightened with white).

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Comments (7)

Apr 08, 2009
sean casey said...
Very Awesome MJ. You're damn good with that charcoal!
Apr 08, 2009
Jerry Daniels said...
GREAT work!! Since I have seen this piece in person, I would just add that this digital representation is not nearly as cool as seeing it live.
Apr 08, 2009
incredible!!!!! amazing talent! So rich and soft. Like velvet. Beautiful
Apr 08, 2009
Mary Jane Mara said...
Many, many thanks for all the kind words. I really appreciate it.
Apr 10, 2009
Obleo said...
I really love the one with the two people by the fire. The detail is just stunning. The trees in the background give it such an eerie feeling of what may be past that gate.
Apr 10, 2009
Mary Jane Mara said...
Thanks, Obleo. Jay (who was my seated model for this work) said those trees reminded him of the Ents in Lord of the Rings.
Apr 10, 2009
Jerry Daniels said...
Obleo, I'm the dude on the right of the Firekeepers charcoal! My friend Jay Harry is the guy on the left.

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