Cheetah is a painting by Chris Perry which was uploaded on January 4th, 2013.
Cheetah
When a big cat looks directly at you, one cant help but look inward themselves..It becomes quickly evident that you are being sized up physically and... more
by Chris Perry
Title
Cheetah
Artist
Chris Perry
Medium
Painting - Drawing Scratchboard
Description
When a big cat looks directly at you, one cant help but look inward themselves..It becomes quickly evident that you are being sized up physically and emotionally.
It's very similar to a wolf or bear and that they simply know something you don't; even about yourself.
WIth many big cats, including this Cheetah, the natural eye liner coupled with the beautiful eye colors enhances the intensity of the stare and is why I chose this subject for this new medium that I am learning.
This piece of art if a scratchboard which starts of black and I work backwards with an exacto knife to scratch off the highlights on the image.
If you would like to see the progressions of this and another piece I did (Snow Leopards) please copy and past thins link into you browser..I made a short video and posted on Youtube..http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6kHuDb5YSwAfter I added color with transparent inks.
Uploaded
January 4th, 2013
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Comments (7)
Chris Perry
to whoever purchased the Cheetah, I made; thank you from the bottom of my heart.. You made my day and most importantly so glad I have made something that inspired another.. Thanks again!!
Jamie Frier
Wow, he is beautiful. I love the challenge in capturing the temperament of 'big cats'. You have done an outstanding job. Well done.
Karol Livote
Absolutely beautiful, CHris Instant F&V
Chris Perry replied:
Thank you Karol..I was beginning to wonder if anyone even saw any of my post, never mind commenting on it....Really appreciate your input.
Pam Elliott
Absolutely love this! Great image/drawing and colors - I'll have to check out your youtube video on this.. never really heard of or seen scratchboard art before...thanks for sharing!
Chris Perry replied:
Thank You Pam...Its a real labor of love but fin when I can find the time to do one..
Jean Walker
If this is your work after a few attempts..then i am eager to see what you will do in the future Chris...I am keepin my eye on you he-he.....really beautiful & Thank you for the compliment. about my work......Happy New Year to you....Jean !!!!
Jean Walker
Wow this is beautiful Chris... many hours spent here (I think?) v/f............Jean !!!
Chris Perry replied:
Good question, Jean..Probably way too many ( to ever make any money doing this) but this was my third scratchboard and I am still learning here..The further I got into it and actually began to like the results, the more deliberate I became as I was afraid to make a mistake..A big no-no, but it was a fun process, never the less..Thanks for the visit..Love your work...