NEW: Figure Drawings by Matthew Padilla | Now Available for Purchase

Figure drawing plays a central role in Matthew’s art practice as he has always viewed it as a necessary skill in order to paint as he wants to. There is also an academic aspect which he likes — proportion, perspective, and anatomy all play a role. Matthew feels the human figure is perhaps the most compelling subject matter of all, at least for him.

“When I am able to complete a figure drawing to my liking, one that really flows and captures what I want to say, I feel a sense of accomplishment because drawing the figure is rife with challenge; misdrawn figures feel wrong, and misdrawing the figure is easy. Some drawings feel, to me, as though they would pair well with text, and so I write on them, and much of what I write comes to me on the spot. Nearly every day that I work in the studio I start off with figure drawing as it allows me to transition well to other work. It would be hard to overstate the importance of figure drawing to me and I expect it will always play a strong role in my life as a practicing artist.”

Figure Dawings by Matthew Padilla — Now Available

Various Media: Charcoal, Graphite, Ink, Pastel, Spray Paint on Paper

18 X 24 | $100 each

Learn more about Matthew’s Figure Drawings here: https://www.thebluemoongallery.com/featured-artists/matthew-padilla-collective-artist-oil

Browse the webpage and make your selection.

Send inquiries to kendra@thebluemoongallery.com or text 224-388-7948. Or, come to our Opening Reception Saturday, September 28, 6-9pm to see. We will also be open Sunday, September 29, 1-4pm, and weekends Sat/Sun 1-4pm.