Norman Rockwell

Norman Rockwell (1894-1978) certainly has a stellar reputation as a prolific illustrator and painter for nearly seven decades. I have always admired his drawing ability and was hoping at some point to acquire a book which featured his drawings.

This week I came upon that book and it is titled: Norman Rockwell:Drawings 1911-1976 by Stephanie Haboush Plunkett and Jesse Kowalski. Not only is it well written but it has many, many of his drawings of figures and models in his classic compositions for his commissioned works.

I just love his pencil drawings. His figures are so masterfully composed, I could look at the pages all day long. I am hoping to improve my figure drawing by practicing with some of his figures in my sketchbook.