September 30 x 30 Day 8

This greatly overworked. Tried some different effects which didn't turn out the way I wanted,  Part of the learning process. Have to keep these very simple because the paper is so smooth for charcoal and pastels. 

6 x 8"

Charcoal and pastels 

Gray paper 

September 30 x 30 Day 7

Still seem to be getting a bluish cast on my photos but I am going to live with it, till I find the correct lighting to take photos.  Taking the photos with the camera really saves time!!!

Another corner in the "Horsha". There is this very tall date/palm tree which I will try to photograph and sketch in the next few days

approximate 6 x 8"

Charcoal and white pastel with 

red conte stick

September 30 x 30 Day 6

Black and white tonal sketch with a touch of red conte stick

Charcoal and pastels

6 x 8 "

Gray paper