Edward Robinson by Sargent

Edward Robinson painted by Sargent

When I go to the Metropolitan Museum of Art I go to the public storage in the American wing and draw. The space is less crowded and the paintings are hung very close to the viewer. The only draw back is there is a lot of reflection from the plexi-glass.

I know when I make drawings of paintings I really investigate that painting. I see different shapes with a shape made by the change in color or tone.

I once lived in locations where paintings were not available to draw from the Masters, almost non-existent with the exception of books. I now appreciate living in New York City and being able to see paintings, for the most part, when ever I like.