Pencilmarks Studio

Artwork of the Day - "Inundated" - Colored pencil by Lynn Stephenson. Lynn will donate 15% to Center for Biological Diversity from the sale of this work.

Artist Statement: "Living on the shores of Grand Traverse Bay on Lake Michigan, I have experienced climate change, impacting weather systems that directly affect lake levels. High waters in the Great Lakes Region wreaked havoc on shorelines. Roads, homes, and land are being lost. For 'Inundated', I used reference photos from my own water frontage as the water rose, swallowing first the beach, then bushes and trees along the shore. Waves pummeled what was once a land locked retaining wall, holding back a small dune with my home above. I was terrified but couldn't help but see the beauty. I was inspired to produce artwork but would gladly trade that inspiration for global action to curtail climate change."

See the Artwork on AFC's Virtual Exhibit: https://tinyurl.com/bdf3arzf

Pencilmarks Studio

Progress update
Thought showing what pencils I've used would be interesting.
On the right are all the colors used for the wood and the water covered sand at the bottom.
On the left, colors used so far in the first layers of the lake and beginning of the clouds.
Love how the background is making the wood planks pop and look luminous in the sunlight.

Getting closer....
Still working on the water. Love trying to tackle something I've not done before. I love drawing water, but splashing water I've never tried. Pretty happy with it so far.

Come to the Artists' Reception at Tinker Studio this Friday from 5-8 for great art & conversation!
While visiting the Seven Hills Center, cross to the newly finished building that now contains Mission Distilling where you can sample a flight. If that's not your preference, duck into Mission Proper, a new cafe and coffee bar.
Something for everybody!
13795 Seven Hills Rd, on Old Mission Peninsula, in Traverse City, MI