Exploring Line

1. What was it like using your hand as subject matter for a drawing?

It was kind of weird using my hands as a subject for a drawing.  They're just something I guess we take for granted having everyday, & that without, our lives would be a lot more difficult. 

2. What media did you select - pencil or charcoal? Why?

I used a graphite pencil because I thought it would write more smoothly than charcoal, & I think I was right.  I also felt it would be easier to shade with such a smooth material.

3. How did it feel to create a drawing with your non-dominant hand?

I'm a lefty, but I do a lot of things with my right hand like throw, use scissors, & play guitar, so it was definitely a bit difficult, but not nearly as hard as I thought it was going to be. 

4. Compare and contrast your final drawings. Do you think they are successful studies?

My left hand definitely turned out better than my right hand, which was surprising  but they both look like mummy hands to me.  My skill at drawing is apparently not up to par.  I tried shading a little bit, & adding the lines & stuff, but I don't think I quite got them perfect.  It was a lot harder to draw something I see & use everyday than I had anticipated.

5. Would you consider using your non-dominant hand to create artwork in the future?

I would definitely consider using my non-dominant hand to create artwork in the future.  In reviewing my drawings, I actually think the drawing of my left hand is a little bit better than the drawing of my right hand. Go figure!