From the Studio of John Ball

Drawing Mark From Life

Drawing Mark From Life

Click here to read about a charcoal portrait drawn from life during an Open Studio session, using gray toned paper, charcoal, and white charcoal. A few thoughts on observation, value,...

Read the story →

Drawing Mark From Life

Click here to read about a charcoal portrait drawn from life during an Open Studio session, using gray toned paper, charcoal, and white charcoal. A few thoughts on observation, value,...

The Pink Apron

The Pink Apron

Click here to read about a small painting begun from life during a family outing in Canada, put away for years, and recently brought back into the studio. The story...

Read the story →

The Pink Apron

Click here to read about a small painting begun from life during a family outing in Canada, put away for years, and recently brought back into the studio. The story...