Caricature
For the Sketch Out, the assignment was to attempt a caricature of a famous person.. NO TRACING! Can you tell who the person below is supposed to be? Hint: Old time movie actress. (Scroll down for answer.)
My First Caricature
Well, I think for my first one it’s okay. At least you can tell it’s a person! I have to say, I thought this assignment was very hard and I went into it kicking and screaming. But once I got over myself and realized that the Sketch Outs are exercise and are supposed to work out my skills, I rolled up my sleeves and got to work. I am so glad I did this..not because I think this is a great caricature, but because I got such satisfaction out of rising to the challenge. I enjoyed it so much, I think I will try more caricatures on my own.
Answer: Bette Davis.
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eep! That was supposed to read “Not too shabby, Samantha. Indeed.” (stupid fingers not listening to brain again. *grumble*)
He’s a famous caricature artist that used to draw all of the famous people in his time. At one time, his drawings were in frames lining the wall of a restaurant in New York City.
He is very famous! When I searched images by him, I recognized the style right away. I really like it…lots more minimal than what I did though. Maybe for my next one, I should try it in his style!
Your drawing reminds me of Al Hirschfeld’s work. Not to shabby, indeed, Samantha.