Once Upon a Time

Once upon a time I had this idea that I was going to write a "graphic" novel. Razi-el's Dream was that novel and at some point in the process, I realized I couldn't draw, paint, or design worth a hoot! Ha!

I had tried using the computer to help out with my lack of talent and as you can see, the results were mixed ~ computer illustration is hard for me (looking at the screen and messing with the mouse ~ though I understand Wacom technology has improved that aspect).

At any rate, all the goofing off with Corel Painter 8 this week reminded me of how much I love to paint (drawing skills not withstanding).

I've decided to go back to writing this as a graphic novel (the language problem is not so much a problem when you can see what they're doing! It's also a lot easier to "subtitle."

I considered still trying to do this as a digital project, but my love-hate relationship with technology won't allow it (part of what I really love about painting is the contact with the materials) ~ it's just a different art form.

So last night I sat down and drew the first of what I estimate will be about 1500 tryptiches (for this first book). I only painted one panel, but I thought I would share the pictures with you!