Gilles Rainville illustration

Having two children of my own, I can't help but want to do everything in my power to make them happy. Society has given us so many ways to bring children happiness. From toys, to video games, to electronics, and sugary treats, bringing joy to kids seems easier  then ever for parents. BUT! Is it really what they want? This piece asks that very question. As always, I started by producing quick sketches to find the right composition. These help me explore the different ways I can organize the elements for this compostion. They tend to be very messy. But, they're an important part of my thought process.  I chose this design. It looks more dynamic and does a better job conveying the meaning of the piece.   I've started really enjoying drawing on the 22" x 28" Arches watercolour paper. The large format gives me more liberty to use my entire arm for large sweeping motions to give the piece more energy. I'm drawing the initial line work with a neutral brown to ensure ...

  CHOICES As the dominating race, our species affects every aspect of the natural world we are part of. In consequence, some of the choices we make create chain reactions that have changed the world, sometimes positively, sometimes negatively. This series of pastel artworks explores some of these choices many people make daily in the hopes of inspiring thoughtful consideration and understanding of the domino effect our choices necessitate. HOW DO WE GET THERE? This first piece explores our choice of transportation. Choosing our vehicle influences the choice of where we live, how much we pollute, and how much freedom we have. Cars became a class symbol, and a desired item in the 1940s. Eighty years later, most of the population still regards them the same way. This piece is meant as a reflection of a choice that often seems automatic when we are growing up. This piece was started last summer (2019) in a smaller format without creating any thumbnails to explore the compositional posi...