Featured Art: MezmerEyes
By: Derrick Rathgeber
MezmerEyes is an illustration I drew in my sketchbook in 2011. This piece I can honestly say is one of those drawings that stick with you. It makes you form questions in your head like what is it, and what is it thinking as you stare into it's eyes. I drew these eyes originally going for a cat eye, but as I drew it I noticed that I gave it some human like features like the nose and faint eyebrows. I was mostly playing with the grey and black colors. The actual eyes I was going for was a nice glowing yellow with a small hint of gloss.
I am proud to say that this was the first drawing that I did post accident that sold a print. It was in a church auction, and I listed the base price at $10. It got a few bids and sold for much more, and the buyer insisted that I sign the piece, as she had faith that I would be big one day. I was of course humbled and didn't think anything of it, but she was pretty serious, and was extremely happy that I signed it for her. I kind of felt like a celebrity for the moment. Kind of cool.
This drawing is still available for prints, with great framing options from FineArtAmerica.com along with all of my showpieces. Some originals are available as listed. Feel free to view my profile on there and own one that sticks out to you, as low as $40.00!
You can even purchase right off of my Facebook site at https://www.facebook.com/DerrickRathgeber/app_309028460694
Thank you for all your support, and enjoy the art.
Derrick Rathgeber
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