Hands...???????

This is the hideous self portrait of my hands.

1. What was it like using your hand as subject matter for a drawing?

I normally really like my hands, especially my nails. They are always pretty and polished. But, in my sketches they are not so purdy.

2. What media did you select - pencil or charcoal? Why?

I used pencil because it is easier to erase...and I always have to do a lot of erasing.

3. How did it feel to create a drawing with your non-dominant hand?

There was A LOT of ereasing drawing with my non dominant hand. It felt very childish and awkward. My thumb came out the same size as my pinky!!!!!

4. Compare and contrast your final drawings. Do you think they are successful studies?

These are only successful in the fact that I completed the task. They are not successful in that it is a true representation of my hands.

5. Would you consider using your non-dominant hand to create artwork in the future?

I would like to utilize my non dominant hand more. It would be interesting experiment to see if I could strengthen my use with it.