Cameron’s Bad Day II Size:  40.5 x 33.5 cm (16 x 13.25 in) Medium:  Graphite pencil Support:  Bristol board Notes:  none After I completed Cameron’s Bad Day, I knew that I wanted to give it another go. I’d erred with the eyes and wanted to get that right. So, in the grand tradition of artists doing a piece as many times as necessary to be satisfied, I tried again. This is a fairly standard sketch using woodless pencils as well as leads in lead holders. The vast majority of the blending was done using stumps. I prefer using stumps to my fingers to avoid transfer of oils as well as having a marked reduction in the risk of inadvertent smudging. Work on the piece was very sporadic over the course of three weeks: an hour here, a couple of hours there. The actual image is a bit larger than shown, as this was always intended to be matted. Many images by CJ Carter are ready for purchase in a variety of formats: prints, canvas prints, phone cases, and so much more. Help support this site and the artist by dropping by the store and getting gifts for yourself, for family, and friends.