Lulu 21-07-23, Drawing, Pencil/Colored Pencil on Paper, 2023

Corné Akkers  

Relaxation time This graphite drawing of 'Lulu' – 21-07-23 is certain proof of a true and eternal obsession. However, she is not in danger. My love for her is gentle and, anyway, she is out of my category. In fact, she is from my grandmother's generation. That does not mean she does not live forever. She does and that is why I continue to represent her, without the slightest discovery of this pretty photo. After the last one, which was her portrait, I wanted to try something new. The majority of her photos online show her iconic pose with the bob cut and the rigid gaze. This time, I wanted her to relax a little. After all, the girl had a difficult life. Why wouldn't I let her lie down this time? Added value The reference photo was attractive because of its tonal play. Just my slice of the pie of course. The outfit she is wearing is brilliantly shimmering just like the fringes of the sofa she is lying on. The key question is what I could attribute to what was not there initially? One must know, artists strive to give value to what already exists. Representing something by simple copy is not at all fun. I want to bring something without becoming pedantic of course. Examining the photo, I quickly realized that I could not make too many Cubist abstractions, only a little. That is how it happened, I suppose. I think I succeeded in slipping in some abstract shapes. For example by letting her arm flow into the seat of the long armchair. Attentive observers Dark and sharp linear structures also did the trick, but what after? I found that the amount of my added value was a little neglected. Then, I had the idea of making two portraits, hidden in the drawing. The trick was not to make them stand out too much, just enough to be able to spot them. I think attentive observers will be able to detect them eventually. Why not? Graphite drawing (matte graphite pencil Faber Castell Pitt 14B) on Fabriano Ingres paper (21 x 28.2 x 0.1 cm) Artist: Cornè Akkers :: Drawing :: Art Deco/Art Nouveau :: This piece is accompanied by an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: To hang: No :: Signed: Yes :: Signature location: bottom right :: Paper: Portrait :: Original: Yes :: Framed: No