Lost in the sensory overload of the crimson-hued Alice in Wonderland-like world of the Encore casino hotel during a recent Las Vegas visit, I finally found a door that led out of the labyrinth of flashing lights, grim-faced pit bosses and deafening music. The door happened to lead out to the pool and I savored the fresh air and warm sunlight. Being a diligent observer, I spotted several golden male bodies worthy of lingering gaze - but something glinting in the sunlight pried my eyes from the taut muscles and tousled dark curls. It was a watch. A giant shiny watch being worn by a blond endomorphic Buddha figure in the distance. My heart skipped a beat. Is that GLENN BECK?? Please please let it be Glenn Beck!! I walked closer and stood behind the bushes like some sort of stalker - and it was then I noticed the nipple. It wasn't Glenn Beck, but the sketchbook had to come out and a few iPhone photos needed to be snapped for later visual reference. I really liked the way he was laying on his side and hugging himself - he seemed so peaceful, so rested, and so blissfully unaware that some weirdo was sketching him from behind the bushes. Medium: Graphite in sketchbook, colored pencil and oil pastel.
Wow!
Oh, I don't know if he was unaware. I'll bet he is used to weirdos viewing him from behind bushes, after all, how many among us are brave enough to view him full on?
Posted by: Vern | December 16, 2009 at 05:13 AM
So, ok, had to look up Glenn Beck, couldn't place the name right away. Found out he was a Rush-Limbaugh-in-training without (allegedly) the crack. I had at least heard about the 'gold scandal'.
Which leads me to ask oh clever 14: Which part made you think of GB? The huge pale mound of pastiness or the GOLD watch?
And please forgive my tardiness:
Most Happy Birthday wishes to you. Hope you had a lovely day!!!
Posted by: Vern | December 16, 2009 at 05:42 AM
Thanks Darling Verndale!
Posted by: 14 | December 16, 2009 at 10:13 AM
HAHAHA! Glenn Beck is probably breathing a sigh of relief and the buddha with the prominent nipples should be so thrilled to have you as his "weirdo in the bushes." Sketch away Berfday gurl!
Posted by: Red | December 16, 2009 at 11:41 AM
Today's visit sponsored by my belated birthday wish as well! I thought of you, dear Quattordici, when I received notice today that a friend's baby was born on your birthday. What a good omen.
I love this sketch. The subject makes me retch somewhat, especially that nipple which is truly gag-inducing. And yet you manage to illustrate it all so beautifully, with such rich tones and warmth. You never fail to amaze me.
Posted by: Bionic Squirrel | December 16, 2009 at 12:12 PM
Man boobs. Yuck. And just LOOK at the size of those nipples. Every aspect of this photo is disconcerting and the man boobs are only the beginning.
Posted by: Karin | December 16, 2009 at 12:34 PM
You get around 14... what part did you play in this???
Sarah Palin announced Thursday night that she ended a Hawaii vacation early because of the ruckus raised after she blacked out 'McCain' on her sun visor in an effort to elude paparazzi.
http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1209/30771.html
Posted by: Greta Garbo | December 18, 2009 at 12:24 PM
i thought i'd seen weird manboobs...
Posted by: Frau Blucher | December 18, 2009 at 08:40 PM
Hey, isn't that Auric Goldfinger?
Posted by: Darron | December 21, 2009 at 01:32 PM
Haha... I love Glenn Beck, he is such a goof. However, my love for your artwork goes so much deeper.
Posted by: Jordan | December 29, 2009 at 12:08 PM