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Nosferatu Pencil Drawing #277Z

Nosferatu pencil drawing #755A of a vampire with shading that brings out the terror of the monster.

This article is about Nosferatu pencil drawing #277Z, which is for sale here, and written by artist and United States Navy Veteran, Stephen F. Condren, BFA, SAIC, of Condren Galleries, a Fine Arts Gallery, with JPEG & PDF scans and prints.

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The Motion Picture

This drawing is based upon the famous 1922 German film of the vampire Count Orlok by Friederich Wilhelm Murnau. The film was based on the famous novel of Dracula by Bram Stoker. However, due to copyright issues the film was banned in Germany and many of the original copies were destroyed.

Intent

My intention for this drawing is to bring out the character of Count Orlok and not to copy a photograph. If there is anything that is more boring or lame for an artist to do, it is to copy photos. The practice of copying photos is excellent when learning how to develop drawing skills, but it is only the excercise, not the art.

Count Orlok from Nosferatu By F. W. Murnau.
Count Orlok From Nosferatu By F. W. Murnau

Pencil Drawing For Nosferatu Pencil Drawing #277Z

  • Clinker Stylus Sketch

The pencil drawing of the count was first done very lightly and then as I progressed I used hatching and cross-hatching to bring in more detail. In the drawing below you can see the lighter sketch below the hatching.

Nosferatu pencil drawing #755A and prints by artist and Navy Veteran at Condren Galleries.
Nosferatu Drawing By Stephen F. Condren

Pen & Ink Drawing

  • Stylus Sketch

The pencil drawing below I have increased the hatching and delineated the contour lines of the face and hand. Because of the intense cross-hatching near the edge of Count Orolk’s face, there is an added mood of suspense to the image. The cross-hatching is nice for making prints because lines show up very clearly on reproductions.

Nosferatu pencil drawing #755A and prints by artist and Navy Veteran at Condren Galleries.
Nosferatu Drawing By Stephen F. Condren

Scans

  • JPEG & PDF


Scans of Nosferatu pencil drawing #277Z are available in JPEG or PDF formats for making prints, note cards, or posters.

Condren Galleries For Nosferatu Pencil Drawing #277Z

  • Fine Arts Gallery

Condren Galleries is pleased to have been to participate in the execution of Nosferatu drawing #277Z.

Stephen F. Condren For Nosferatu Pencil Drawing #277Z

  • Artist

As an artist I have made drawing like that of Nosferatu #277Z a staple of my work.

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Nosferatu pencil drawing #277Z and prints by artist Stephen F. Condren at Condren Galleries.

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Watercolor House Portrait #276Z

Watercolor house portrait #276Z pen & ink drawing with prints by artist Stephen F. Condren at Condren Galleries.

This article is about watercolor house portrait #276Z, of a property sold by Broker/Realtor, Renee Devedjian, of @Properties, 2571 Waukegan Road, Bannockburn, IL 60015, and written by artist and United States Navy Veteran, Stephen F. Condren, BFA-SAIC, of Condren Galleries, a Fine Arts Gallery ~ the house portrait is done first as a pencil drawing and then a pen & ink, which comes with JPEG & PDF scans for making prints, note cards, and stationery. Congratulations Renee Devedjian!

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Property Sold

1300 Kristin Drive, Libertyville, IL 60048

Realtor

Renee Devedjian

Pencil Drawing For Watercolor house portrait #276Z

  • Clinker Stylus Sketch

The pencil drawing is the foundation of the house portrait. As you can see from the sketch below I have captured the image of the house precisely. The photo of the home was distorted making it recede down to the left, so I adjusted the perspective to a more natural view.

All that you need in the sketch is the simple clean line. I do not busy up the preliminary sketch with shade and shadows, that is not that task at hand.

Because the large ornamental tree and flowers were blocking the right side of the house, I moved them over to the right so as to get a clear view of the entire structure.

Pencil sketch of a house portrait by artist and United States Navy Veteran, Stephen F. Condren.
Pencil sketch of a house portrait by artist and United States Navy Veteran, Stephen F. Condren.

Pen & Ink Drawing

  • Stylus Sketch

The pen & ink drawing is where the rubber meets the road! There is no turning back at this point and you have to do it right! Once the ink hits the paper it is final, just like a house closing. You cannot use white out or other gimmicks to cover over mistakes because when you apply the watercolor it washes all the white out away! What you see is what you get.

In the drawing below you can see that I have carefully followed the outline given to me from the pencil sketch from above. I enhanced the tree behind the house to have grace to the composition. Generally, I do not put ink on the background trees but this drawing seemed to call for it.

Pen & ink house portrait by artist and United States Navy Veteran, Stephen F. Condren.
Pen & ink house portrait by artist and United States Navy Veteran, Stephen F. Condren.

Watercolor

  • Painting

The watercolor is very carefully applied because you cannot go back and fix it. Since watercolor is transparent you can see everything, so you have to set the colors in place correctly the first time.

On both sides of the composition I have put a touch of red for the Norway Maples which are there. The sidewalk and steps are brick pavers and so I used a touch of red and brown to bring out those tones.

Watercolor house portrait by artist and United States Navy Veteran, Stephen F. Condren.
Watercolor house portrait by artist and United States Navy Veteran, Stephen F. Condren.

Scans

  • JPEG & PDF


As a follow-up after sending the house portrait to me clients, I email them the scan of the watercolor. The scan can be put into JPEG or PDF formats for making note cards or stationary as follow-up gifts for clients.

Condren Galleries Ltd. for Watercolor house portrait #276Z

  • Fine Arts Gallery

Condren Galleries is pleased to have been to participate in the execution of watercolor house portrait #276Z for Realtor Renee Devedjian.

Stephen F. Condren for Watercolor house portrait #276Z

  • Artist

As an artist I have made watercolor house portrait #276Z a staple of my architectural rendering works.

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Watercolor house portrait #276Z pen & ink drawing with prints by artist Stephen F. Condren at Condren Galleries.

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Watercolor House Portraits #261Z

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Watercolor House Portrait #275Z

Watercolor house portrait #275Z pen & ink drawing with prints by Stephen F. Condren at Condren Galleries.

This article is about watercolor house portrait #275Z, of a property sold by Managing Broker/Realtor Nick Garcia of Baird & Warner, 21130 S. LaGrange Road, Frankfort, Illinois 60423, and written by artist and United States Navy Veteran, Stephen F. Condren, BFA-SAIC, of Condren Galleries, a Fine Arts Gallery ~ the house portrait is done first as a pencil drawing and then a pen & ink, which comes with JPEG & PDF scans for making prints and note cards. Congratulations Nick Garcia.

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Property Sold

9154 S. 83rd Court, Hickory Hills, Illinois

Realtor

Nick Garcia, Managing Broker, Baird Warner, Frankfort, Illinois

Pencil Drawing For Watercolor House Portrait #275Z

  • Clinker Stylus Sketch

The pencil drawing of the house portrait is the first thing that I do. This is just like the basement foundation of a house, for though it is rough and crude, it is what everything is build upon.

Pen & Ink Drawing

  • Stylus Sketch

The pen & ink is then applied after I finish the preliminary pencil sketch. Due to the nature of pen & ink you have to be very careful and precise for it is most unforgiving. What you see is what you get. Also, you cannot “escape” from your errors with “white out” or other gimmicks to cover up a mistake. This is because once you put the watercolor on the paper it dissolves the “mask” and exposes the ink underneath.

Watercolor

  • Painting

The watercolor is the last step in the process of producing the rendering. As you can see from the image below the ink clearly delineates the subject and the watercolor graciously compliment the landscape. I particularly enjoy the ornamental hedges at the center of the front lawn. The bulbous forms are a delight to look at.

Watercolor House Portrait #275Z by Stephen F. Condren.
Watercolor House Portrait #275Z

Scans

  • JPEG & PDF

As a follow-up after sending the house portrait to me clients, I email them the scan of the watercolor. The scan can be put into JPEG or PDF formats for making note cards or stationary as follow-up gifts for clients.

Condren Galleries Ltd.

  • Fine Arts Gallery

Condren Galleries is pleased to have been to participate in the execution of watercolor house portrait #275Z for Managing Broker Nick Garcia.

Stephen F. Condren for watercolor house portrait #275Z

  • Artist

As an artist I have made watercolor house portrait #275Z a staple of my architectural rendering works.

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Watercolor house portrait #275Z pen & ink drawing with prints by Stephen F. Condren at Condren Galleries.

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Veterans Honor Women #274Z

Lake County Veterans honor women #274Z with Stephen F. Condren of Condren Galleries.

This article is about Lake County Veterans and Family Services Foundation’s hosting an event for Veterans honoring women #274Z for Women’s History Month, written by artist and United States Navy Veteran, Stephen F. Condren, BFA-SAIC. Congratulations Veteran Women!

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Road Home Program

Ashton Kroner of Road Home Program, spoke on what she was offering to Veterans of all walks of life, and regardless of the discharge status. The Road Home Program is affiliated with Rush Edu. The Road Home Program is an out patient program that has a treatment window of time ranging from one to approximately 25 days. Road Home Program is not a residential program. However, it works in tandem with other agencies that can assist Veterans with those needs.

Karyn Davidman

We were all honored by the presence of Karyn Davidman, Casework Director for Congressman Bradley S. Schneider. Because Karyn brought up points that were germane to women’s issues and Veterans, she enriched the discourse of this seminar. Most importantly, Karyn was able bring out the resources of the different Veterans at the table. Karyn Davidman was “Sine quo none”.

Enrichment

Clearly as different people came to the table with their life stories pertaining to women’s issues and the Military a sense of camaraderie and fellowship came to fore. Sharing, understanding, and open mindedness to all issues regarding women, the Military, was at hand. Above all, answers to difficult questions, and solutions were made manifest right on the spot by an attorney, educators, and caseworkers. Truly, this was a seminar that enriched the lives of all that attended and it can be said that we all walked away as better people from it.

Images Of Lake County Veterans Honors Women #274Z

Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History

2, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month
Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History

3, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month
Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History

4, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month
Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History

5, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month
Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History

6, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month
Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History.

7, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month
Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History

8, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month
Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History

9, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month
Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History

10, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month
Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History

11, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month
Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History

12, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month
Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History

13, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month
Lake County Veterans Honor Women's Military History

14, Lake County Veterans And Family Services Honors Women’s History Month

Condren Galleries Ltd.

  • Veteran Women

Condren Galleries honors all Veteran women past and present. Because I am a veteran that served on board the USS Midway CV-41, I have made it my mission to give back to our country what it has given to us.

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Denny Chimes Pen & Ink Drawing #273Z

Denny Chimes #753A pen & ink landmark drawing of a campanile bell tower.

This article is about Denny Chimes #273Z, written by artist Stephen F. Condren, BFA-SAIC, of Condren Galleries, a Fine Arts Gallery ~ the house portrait is done first as a pencil drawing and then a pen & ink, which comes with JPEG & PDF scans for making note cards. Stephen F. Condren was given the Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition by Congressman Bradley S. Schneider.

Denny Chimes #273Z prints are for sale here.

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Property Sold

Denny Chimes is named after the beloved George H. Denny, President of University of Alabama. Dr. Denny had wanted to retire, so as a play to keep him on, the University erected this fine campanile tower to keep him on, and it worked!

Pencil Drawing For Denny Chimes #253Z

  • Clinker Stylus Sketch

The pencil drawing was done in two phases. First a light layout sketch to give the proper scope and perspective of the drawing. This drawing had to be done very lightly because it is subject to change.

Denny Chines University Of Alabama pencil drawing by artist Stephen F. Condren.
Denny Chines University Of Alabama pencil drawing by artist Stephen F. Condren.

Second Sketch

The second sketch is really the final draft to get a real feeling of how the drawing will look when the pen & ink is applied.

Denny Chines University Of Alabama Pencil Drawing.
Denny Chines University Of Alabama Pencil Drawing

Pen & Ink Drawing

  • Stylus Sketch

The pen & ink drawing is the last phase of the rendering and as you can clearly see, all of the line work from the preliminary sketches are all in place.

Denny Chimes #753A pen & ink drawings and prints at Condren Galleries.
Denny Chines University Of Alabama pen & ink drawing by artist Stephen F. Condren.

Watercolor

  • Painting

The watercolor rendering.

Scans for Denny Chimes #273Z

  • JPEG & PDF

Scans of the pen & ink drawing are available in JPEG & PDF formats.

Condren Galleries Ltd. for Denny Chimes #273Z

  • Fine Arts Gallery

Condren Galleries is pleased to have been to participate in the execution of Denny Chimes #273Z.

Stephen F. Condren

  • Artist

As an artist I have made Denny Chimes #273Z a staple of my architectural rendering works.

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Denny Chimes #273Z pen & ink drawing with prints by Stephen F. Condren at Condren Galleries.

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House Portraits #272Z

House portraits #272Z pen & ink drawing with prints at Condren Galleries.

This article is about house portraits #272Z, of properties sold by Chris Veech, Broker/Realtor @Properties, 30 Green Bay Road, Winnetka, IL 60093, and written by artist Stephen F. Condren, BFA-SAIC, of Condren Galleries, a Fine Arts Gallery ~ the house portrait is done first as a pencil drawing and then a pen & ink, which comes with JPEG & PDF scans for making note cards. Congratulations Chris Veech!

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Properties Sold

255 Hibbard Road, Winnetka, IL 60093

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Pencil Drawing For Watercolor House Portrait #272Z

  • Clinker Stylus Sketch

The pencil drawing is done right after I set up the margin, which can see around the image. Because this is the interior size of the 11″ x 14″ mat that goes into the fame, it is smaller than the frame.

I always start the house portraits as pencil sketches. Now each case is different but generally I do not like to erase the pencil underneath the pen & ink. As you can see here the pencil is a 6B lead, so it is softer and easier to see. Th main point of the sketch is to act as a guide for the pen & ink that is to come. Therefore, it is critical that I have everything correct with regard to proportion and perspective.

Because each case is different I sometime text the pencil sketch to Chris for approval. This house just below was such a case. Because both photos form the MLS were form a steep perspective I suggested the soft bend, that looks almost front on, but really tips a bit to the right. I do not think it prudent to do the rendering from the right hand side as it would place too much emphasis on the garage door.

255 Hibbard Road

Pencil sketch at a preliminary outline for a house portrait.
House portrait pencil sketch by artist Stephen F. Condren.

33 Regent Wood Road As Home Stylus Sketch

The MLS listing as well on this house was quite steep, especially from the vantage point of the garage. Thus, I reduced the angle to be more natural. I omitted the large tree/bush on the right side as it completely block the right hand portion of the house.

Pencil sketch outline for a house portrait.
House portrait pencil sketch by artist Stephen F. Condren.

Pen & Ink Drawing For House Portraits #272Z

  • Stylus Sketch

The pen & ink drawing is the most difficult to execute as there is no room for error. When you put the ink down, that is it. What is done is done! Below for 255 you can see that I have nicely hatched the eaves so as to provide shading. If you look carefully, you can see that I have left space for the 4 decorative turnip shaped wooden balls that are on each side of the entry and again at each side of the central block of the house.

I cheated with the driveway lamp by moving it further to the right, or closer to the front, so that it would not get “lost” in the detailing of the rendering. I deliberately left space on each side of the lamp where the horizon line is seen.

Another feature that I do is to adjust the trees behind the house so as to leave the point or edges of the house clear. This can be seen with both chimneys and the right side tip of the garage. If I were to draw the trees the way that they really are they would burry the house and make it look flat. Depth of field is crucial for a successful rendering.

255 Hibbard Road

 Home pen & ink and pencil drawing with prints.
Pen & ink house portrait by artist Stephen F. Condren.

33 Regent Wood Road

I had to be very careful with this one, because the driveway is very dominant and I did not want it to take control. Because the driveway is done with nice tooled pavers I took advantage of that brick look to ease the pattern of the drive. This the nice curve at the street is inviting and not tedious.

Stylus home sketch used for making prints by artist Stephen F. Condren.
Pen & ink house portrait by artist Stephen F. Condren.

Scans For House Portraits #272Z

  • JPEG & PDF

As a follow-up after the closing I sent a scan of this house portrait #272Z for making prints of any assortment. Prints for note cards, calendars, and note pads can be made from the scans. This is a great housewarming gift for follow-ups.

Condren Galleries Ltd.

  • Fine Arts Gallery

Condren Galleries is pleased to have been to participate in the execution of house portrait #272Z for Chris Veech.

Stephen F. Condren

  • Artist

As an artist I have made house portraits a staple of my architectural rendering works.

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House portraits #272Z pen & ink drawing with prints at Condren Galleries.

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Congressman Bradley Schneider Honors Vietnam Veterans #271Z

Congressman Bradley Schneider #271Z with Stephen F. Condren of Condren Galleries and USS Midway CV-41.

This article is about Congressman Bradley Schneider honoring Vietnam War Veterans, written by artist Stephen F. Condren, BFA-SAIC, of Condren Galleries, a Fine Arts Gallery. The event was to give Certificates of Special Congressional Recognition to the Veterans. Mr. Schneider posed with each veteran as he gave them their certificate. Most importantly, I proudly served aboard the USS Midway CV-41, and I was the ship’s artist for the Cruise Book “Taking care of business”. Congratulations Vietnam War Veterans!

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Congressional Recognition From Congressman Bradley Schneider.
Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition From Congressman Brad Schneider

Honor

I served my country with honor as I am an Honorably Discharged Veteran of the United States Navy.

My mantra is as follows: I am a man of honor, and if there no honor in it, I am not there. Put before me anyone that will argue otherwise.

Service

The great thing about Veterans is that they think outside of themselves and direct their efforts towards others!

Veterans of the Vietnam War

Present at the ceremony to honor Vietnam War Veterans, were member of local American Legion and VFW post in all honor. These fine men and women that have served our country were there to support those that have given their lives for our freedom as well as to share in the spirit of truth and honor the service of our local patriots.

USS Midway CV-41

I joined the Navy at the very end of the Vietnam War, however, I was there in spirit. I served on the aircraft carrier USS Midway CV-41, now a museum in San Diego. Because the Midway was involved in “Operation Frequent Wind”, which was the evacuation of Vietnam, where there were many refugees on the Midway. I served my country with honor as I am an Honorably Discharged Veteran of the United States Navy.

Cruise Book ~ Taking Care Of Business

While serving aboard the Midway, there was an art competition for the artist of the Ship’s WestPac Cruise Book “Taking Care Of Business”. Because I was the best artist on board, I won the competition. As the artist, I was given the honor to sit before the Commander of Carrier Group Three, Rear Admiral William Newell Small , Chief of Staff, Captain David E. Leue, Captain, USS Midway CV-41, Lawrence C. Chambers, and Executive Officer Captain L. H. Grimes Jr., and draw their portraits! Further, I drew every Department of the USS Midway CV-41.

Rear Admiral Small, USS Midway CV-41, pen & ink drawing.
Rear Admiral Small, USS Midway CV-41, Pen & Ink Drawing by Stephen F. Condren.

Signature and note by Rear Admiral William N. Small

After the Cruise Book was published Rear Admiral Small personally invited me into his suite on board the USS Midway and to expressed to me how pleased he was with the drawing. The Admiral had a copy made of the pen & ink portrait that I drew of him. After this, right in front of me, he sat down and wrote a commemorative note on the drawing and signed it. This signed drawing now hangs in my home and is ever cherished.

Rear Admiral Small, USS Midway CV-41, 1976
Signature and note by Rear Admiral William N. Small, USS Midway CV-41, 1976.

Captain L. C. Chambers, Commanding Officer, USS Midway

The Commanding Officer of the USS Midway was Captain Lawrence Cleveland Chambers. Captain Chambers was the first Black American to command an air craft carrier. Later in his career, Captain Chambers was promoted to Rear Admiral and Commander of Carrier Strike Group Three.

Captain Lawrence C. Chambers, Commanding Officer USS Midway CV-41
Captain Lawrence C. Chambers, Commanding Officer USS Midway CV-41, pen & ink drawing by Stephen F. Condren, 1976.

Russian Bear

A short interesting story about the captain. One day while at sea the Air Boss, Commander Theodorelos, was looking out the window of his post on the island, and then noticed, with his naked eyes, a Russian Bear (Russia’s leading bomber), headed directly to the port side of the USS Midway. Immediately he sounded Alert-5 (a five minute readiness response by our F4 pilots). However, it was too late, long after our boys were in the air to escort the Russian bomber, it was long gone. I can just hear the Russians in their glory, howling with laughter.

Russian Bear Bomber
Russian Bear Bomber. Courtesy Wikipedia.

Broken Window

Captain Chambers was notified of all this by phone, and when he heard that the Russians superseded the USS Midway without a strike force escort he took his phone and threw it at the bridge window ~ he cracked the bullet proof window! I would not want be the Operations Officer that day.

Operation Frequent Wind

The final phase of the evacuation of Vietnam from Saigon is called “Operation Frequent Wind”. The USS Midway played a vital role in this strategic naval deployment. In the pen & ink drawing below is an image of Executive Officer, Captain L. H. Grimes Jr., holding a refugee child in his arms, securing the child’s freedom. This was the drawing that won the competition and secured my post as ship’s artist for the USS Midway’s cruise book.

Operation Frequent Wind pen & ink drawing Stphen F. Condren.
Captain L. H. Grimes Jr. With Child In Operation Frequent Wind Pen & Ink Drawing By Stephen F. Condren.

Helicopters Thrown Overboard

For ship security and integrity, the helicopters used for the evacuation of Saigon where thrown overboard.

Operation Frequent Wind helicopter thrown overboard.
Operation Frequent Wind Helicopter Thrown Overboard. Courtesy of Wikipedia, Operation Frequent Wind.

Cruise Book ~ Taking Care Of Business 1975 & 1976

Below on my coffee table is one of my copies of the USS Midway ship’s cruise book “Taking Care Of Business”.

USS Midway Cruise Book ~ Taking Care Of Business.
USS Midway Cruise Book ~ Taking Care Of Business.

Location

The ceremony took place at Cook Memorial Library in Libertyville, Illinois. Because there a large number of people attending, a large meeting room in the lower level of the library where the event took place.

Congressman Bradley Schneider #271Z

  • Congressman

The Congressman honored each of the Vietnam War Veterans with a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition. He called each veteran up to the podium and stood next to him for a photo-op while holding the certificate.

The Room was filled to capacity, and the presence of the military and veterans was seen everywhere.

Certificate Of Special Congressional Recognition

Photograph of Stephen F. Condren on shore, Japan, 1976

Stephen F. Condren wearing commemorative service jacket.
Stephen F. Condren Wearing Commemorative Service Jacket, 1975.

Photographs of the event

Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans with Stephen F. Condren, of the USS Midway CV-41
2, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans with Stephen F. Condren, of the USS Midway CV-41
3, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans with Stephen F. Condren, of the USS Midway CV-41
4, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans with Stephen F. Condren, of the USS Midway CV-41
5, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans with Stephen F. Condren, of the USS Midway CV-41.
6, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans with Stephen F. Condren, of the USS Midway CV-41
7, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans with Stephen F. Condren, of the USS Midway CV-41
8, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans with Stephen F. Condren, of the USS Midway CV-41
9, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans with Stephen F. Condren, of the USS Midway CV-41
10,Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans with Stephen F. Condren, of the USS Midway CV-41
11, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans with Stephen F. Condren, of the USS Midway CV-41
12, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans with Stephen F. Condren, of the USS Midway CV-41
13, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans.
14, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans.
15, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans.
16, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.
Congressman Bradley Schneider honors Vietnam War Veterans.
17, Congressional Recognition Ceremony for Vietnam War Veterans by Congressman Brad Schneider.

Honorable Discharge

DD-214 Honorable Discharge Certificate Stephen F. Condren.
DD-214 Honorable Discharge Certificate

Thank you!

  • Greatly Appreciated

Dear Mr. Schneider,

I personally want to thank you for recognizing the Vietnam Veterans. Further, I want to thank you demonstrating to us your care and concern for all of us veterans that served our great country. Most importantly, I want to say “Thank you, for giving each one of us veterans here today this most honorable Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition and Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin!

God bless you and your family,

Stephen F. Condren ~ Artist

Scans

  • JPEG & PDF

JPEG & PDF scans of the Congressman Bradley Schneider #271Z event are available.

Condren Galleries Ltd.

  • Fine Arts Gallery

Condren Galleries is deeply honored to be part of the Vietnam War Veterans ceremony of Congressman Bradley Schneider #271Z.

Stephen F. Condren

  • Artist

As an artist and a Vietnam War Veteran I am proud to receive this Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from Congressman Bradley Schneider #271Z.

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Congressman Bradley Schneider #271Z with Stephen F. Condren of Condren Galleries and USS Midway CV-41.

Congressman Bradley Schneider #271Z honors Vietnam War Veterans by Stephen F. Condren at Condren Galleries.

USS Midway CV-41 Cruise Book ~ Taking Care Of Business

USS Midway CV-41 Museum

Located in San Diego, USS Midway is at 910 Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101, (619) 544-9600

USS Midway CV-41 Website
USS Midway CV-41 Website
USS Midway CV-41
USS Midway CV-41
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Grayslake Arts Alliance ~ Fine Arts Show #270Z

Fine Arts Show #270Z artists, painters, photography, digital images, watercolors, paintings, artist Stephen F. Condren of Condren Galleries.

This article is about the Grayslake Arts Alliance #270Z Pre Spring Fine Arts Show & sale, written by artist Stephen F. Condren, BFA-SAIC, of Condren Galleries, a Fine Arts Gallery. In the exhibition artists and painters exhibited works of art in the categories of photography, digital images, pen & ink drawings, paintings, oils, glass, watercolors, and jewelry. Congratulations Grayslake Arts Alliance!

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The Exhibit

On Saturday, March 16, 2019, the Grayslake Arts Alliance, which is a Fine Arts Association, held it’s Pre-Spring Fine Arts Show & Sale. Because the exhibit was held at the Grayslake Heritage Center and was opened from 5:00 until 8:00 PM, many of the local residents were able to attend. For that reason, the exhibit was well attended with visitors from all over the community, all of them had the pleasure of participating in something vibrant and good.

Sara Brown

Our special guest of honor is Sara Brown, Library Director of the Grayslake Area Public Library District. Most importantly, Sara is the new director of the library, and she confessed to me that she “loved to read”, I found her guilty as charged! Sara comes here, to Grayslake from California, with her husband Greg. Welcome to Grayslake Sara!

Sara Brown, Library Director, Grayslake Public Library.
1, Sara Brown, Library Director, Grayslake Public Library

Sara came to see what we were doing at the Heritage Center, and not only did she stop in, she remained for the entire evening! Sara is a very warm and positive minded person. Because she is open to learning about Grayslake and the arts, many of the patrons took to her.

Participating Artists

The artists that displayed their work are as follows: Leslie Armstrong, Bill Chapin, Stephen F. Condren, Pat King, Sherri J. Fowler, Debbie Kalinowski, John Lacson, Zee Lacson, Oliver Steven Merriam, Leslie Nauta, Thomas Power, Paul Price, Phil Schorn, Ernest J. Schweit, and Edie Wendricks. Thank you for making the Fine Arts Show #270Z a great success!

Music & Refreshments

Bill Chapin

Music was provided by the Bill Chapin Jazz Studio. The exhibit was graced with the music of Bill Chapin and his Jazz Studio. Therefore, all during the exhibit the ensemble provided us with good music that smoothly blended in with attending patrons. Because the Chapin Jazz Studio added a charm to the event that made the atmosphere enriching, we are thankful. Thank you Bill!

Somethings Brewing

Further enriching the exhibit were the delicious pastries and refreshments provided to us by Somethings Brewing, right here in downtown Grayslake. Thank you Somethings Brewing!

Photos

Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit with artist Stephen F. Condren.
2, Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019
Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit with artist Stephen F. Condren.
3, Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019
Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit with artist Stephen F. Condren.
4, Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019
Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit with artist Stephen F. Condren.
5, Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019
Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit with artist Stephen F. Condren.
6, Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019
Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit with artist Stephen F. Condren.
7, Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019
Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit with artist Stephen F. Condren.
8, Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019
Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit with artist Stephen F. Condren.
9, Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019
Grayslake Arts Alliance #270Z artists, painters, photography, digital images, watercolors, paintings, artist Stephen F. Condren of Condren Galleries.
10, Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019
Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit with artist Stephen F. Condren.
11, Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019
Grayslake Arts Alliance Spring Exhibit with artist Stephen F. Condren.
12, Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019
Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit with artist Stephen F. Condren.
13, Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019
Artist Stephen F. Condren by his display at the Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019.
14, Artist Stephen F. Condren by his display at the Grayslake Arts Alliance Pre-Spring Exhibit 3/16/2019.

Medium At Fine Arts Show #270Z

Because there are so many types of work, I have listed a few samples of some medium shown at the Fine Arts Show #270 are listed below.

Pencil Drawings, Color Pencil, And Pastels

  • Clinker Stylus Sketch With Color

Lead and color pencil arwork was on dispaly at the exhibit. Drawings by Sherri J. Fowler, Pat King, Debbie Kalinowski, Phil Schorn, and myself were on display.

Pen & Ink Drawings

  • Stylus Sketch

Pen & ink art was put on display by Phil Schorn, Oliver Steven Merriam, and myself.

Watercolors

  • Painting

Watercolor art was on display. Watercolors were represented by Pat King, Debbie Kalinowski, Phil Schorn, Leslie Nauta, and myself

Oils

  • Canvas

Oils were by Debbie Kalinowski

Glass

  • Ceramics

Glass was on display by Paul Price.

Condren Galleries Ltd.

  • Fine Arts Gallery

Condren Galleries participate in the Grayslake Arts Alliance #270Z Pre-Spring Exhibit.

Stephen F. Condren

  • Artist

As an artist I please to have shown my pen & ink drawings and watercolors at the Grayslake Art Alliance #270Z Pre-spring Exhibition.

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Fine Arts Show #270Z artists, painters, photography, digital images, watercolors, paintings, artist Stephen F. Condren of Condren Galleries.

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Watercolor House Portrait #263Z

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Watercolor House Portrait #269Z

Watercolor house portrait #269Z with pen & ink drawings, prints, and by artist Stephen F. Condren at Condren Galleries.

This article is about watercolor house portrait #269Z, of a property sold by Anne Ferrante, Realtor, Kienlen Lattmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 68 North Finley Avenue, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920, and written by artist Stephen F. Condren, BFA-SAIC, of Condren Galleries, a Fine Arts Gallery ~ the house portrait is done first as a pencil drawing and then a pen & ink, which comes with JPEG & PDF scans for making note cards. Congratulations Anne Ferrante!

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Property Sold

220 Talmage Road Mendham, New Jersey 07945 United States

Realtor

Anne Mayo Ferrante, ABR, PSA

Sales Associate

Kienlen Lattmann Sotheby’s International Realty

68 North Finley Avenue

Basking Ridge, NJ 07920

908.696.8600 (o)

973.214.9841 (c)

[email protected]

http://anneferrante.klsir.com

Pencil Drawing For Watercolor House Portrait #269Z

  • Clinker Stylus Sketch

This is the pencil sketch or stylus sketch, that begins the drawing. I have done a nice layout of the drawing in relation to the landscape and the trees behind. I made special not of the large tree on the lawn to the right, so as not to let it overcome the right side of the landscape.

Pencil sketch for a house portrait by artist Stephen F. Condren.
House portrait sketch for Realtor Anne Ferrante.

Pen & Ink Drawing

  • Stylus Sketch

The pen & ink drawing, which is a stylus sketch, is carefully done over the pencil sketch as a guide for the ink. All changes, if any, must be made at the time of the pencil sketch because the pen & ink is merciless! When the ink touches the paper that is it, no going back.

If you look closely you can see the lines of the pencil in the background, under the house, and through the trees.

House portrait pen & ink sketch by artist Stephen F. Condren.
House portrait pen & ink sketch for Realtor Anne Ferrante.

Watercolor

  • Painting

The watercolor rendering or house painting, is the final step. I have made if very clear to have the colors show through. I do not want the paint to look “worked”. Watercolor are at their best when they look fresh.

I have made sure that the ink lines show nicely for the tree trunks and blend in with the leaves. I did not make use of any hatching or cross-hatching in this rendering because the house is very wide and thin.

Hatching

If I had hatched the eaves it would have made the walls look too close to the brick below. Also, in the covered porch I did not us hatching either, because there were too many lines being used to show the curved of the door and entrance. Putting down more lines would have caused confusion. I did, however, shade the area under the entry with a nice lavender tone, but no ink lines.

Bird Bath & Fence

To keep in the charm I made sure to include the fence. Not much is showing, but that is all that you need to bring in the charm. The birdbath makes for the cherry on the cake!

Watercolor house portrait #269Z by artist Stephen F. Condren.
House portrait watercolor for Realtor Anne Ferrante.

Scans

  • JPEG & PDF

As a follow-up after the closing for making note cards.

Condren Galleries Ltd.

  • Fine Arts Gallery

Condren Galleries is pleased to have been to participate in the execution of watercolor house portrait #269Z for Realtor Anne Ferrante.

Stephen F. Condren

  • Artist

As an artist I have made watercolor house portrait #269Z a staple of my architectural rendering works.

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Watercolor house portrait #269Z with pen & ink drawings, prints, and by artist Stephen F. Condren at Condren Galleries.

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Watercolor House Portrait #263Z

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Watercolor House Portraits #266Z

Watercolor house portrait #266Z pen & ink drawing with prints by Stephen F. Condren at Condren Galleries.

This article is about watercolor house portraits #266Z, of properties sold by Realtor Daniel Soldano, of Douglas Elliman Real Estate in Brooklyn, New York, and written by artist Stephen F. Condren, BFA-SAIC, of Condren Galleries, a Fine Arts Gallery ~ the house portrait is done first as a pencil drawing and then a pen & ink, which comes with JPEG & PDF scans for making note cards. Congratulations Daniel Soldano!

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Properties Sold

6911 Shore Road, #1B, Brooklyn, NY 11209

1547 79th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11228

Realtor

DANIEL SOLDANO
LICENSED ASSOCIATE REAL ESTATE BROKER
DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE
“Have Your Home Sold By Soldano!”
Realtor, GRI
DIRECT: 718.840.2032
OFFICE: 718.840.2000
MOBILE: 347.489.3315
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187 Seventh Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215
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Pencil Drawing For Watercolor House Portraits #266Z

  • Clinker Stylus Sketch

The pencil drawing, which is a clinker stylus sketch, is the first thing that I do. This is the foundation of the rendering. I look at the MLS images that are emailed to me by Daniel Soldano, so that I can get a good understanding of how to approach this work of art.

It must be understood that these renderings are commissions and unique works of art that go up in value.

Black BMW 3 Series

As you can see from the sketch below, I have captured the essential form of the structure, and given just enough detail so that I can move on to the next step which is the pen & ink. If there are to be any changes to be made, this is the time. For example, I texted Mr. Soldano these two sketches for him to view. He came back to me as asked me if I could put a black BMW Series #3 in front of the condominium building. I was pleased to do this, so I took the sketch and then penciled in the BMW, which you can see below. This car was not in the original as you can tell from the bolder line work. Naturally, I had to tease Danny by telling him that I would have to draw the BMW with a boot since it is illegally parked!

Rendering

The rendering of this duplex structure is very pleasing. The well designed structure rests firmly on the lot with ample setback from the street. The pencil sketch nicely captures the proportions and scale of the dwelling.

Pencil sketch rendering by artist Stephen F. Condren for Realtor Daniel Soldano.
Pencil sketch rendering by artist Stephen F. Condren for Realtor Daniel Soldano.

Perpective

Below you can see the vanishing lines of the perspective heading down to the horizon line to the left. Like spokes in a tire, these lines all radiate from a fixed point on the horizon. On the bottom right you can see the BMW 3 Series sketched in place.

Pencil sketch hand rendering by artist Stephen F. Condren for Realtor Daniel Soldano.
Pencil sketch hand rendering by artist Stephen F. Condren for Realtor Daniel Soldano.

Pen & Ink Drawing

  • Stylus Sketch

Pen & ink, as stylus sketch, is where we separate the men from the boys. Unlike the loving and merciful lead pencil, the pen & ink lacks all kindness and can truly be called merciless. When that ink touches the paper the party is over, there is no going back, or asking for favors. What you see is what you get! With that in mind, it is crucial to follow the guidelines of the pencil so as to have direction. The purpose of the pencil sketch is to make the foundation of the drawing, the pen & ink is the drawing!

Hatching & Cross-hatching

The best way to give accent to a pen & ink drawing is through shade and shadow, and this is done through hatching and cross-hatching. To effectively bring out the depth of field in the rendering, as well as give strength to the image of the structure, I have done fine line hatch marks, in parallel under the awnings. Further, I have encapsulated the hatched lines with a contour line so as to make sense of the hatch marks. Pen & ink lines are strong, and they make their image strong!

Pen & ink hand rendering by artist Stephen F. Condren for Realtor Daniel Soldano.
Pen & ink hand rendering by artist Stephen F. Condren for Realtor Daniel Soldano.

Hatching

In the rendering below you can see the same use of hatching done to give shadowing to the lower section of the building, especially the garage entry, and the shops. I have eased up on the hatching under the trees because that is not the area of focus it is not prudent to put attention to minor spots.

Pen & ink hand rendering by artist Stephen F. Condren for Realtor Daniel Soldano.
Pen & ink hand rendering by artist Stephen F. Condren for Realtor Daniel Soldano.

Watercolor

  • Painting

Now the fat lady sings, for we are now in the watercolor painting. This fair lady is the crown jewel of the rendering as she brings in her grace and finesse. Because the hard work of the pencil sketch, and pen & ink lines have done their part, this ballerina gently flows across the image and fills it in with life. Look how fresh and natural the rendering looks with tones and color!

Watercolor hand rendering by artist Stephen F. Condren for Realtor Daniel Soldano.
Watercolor hand rendering by artist Stephen F. Condren for Realtor Daniel Soldano.

Landscape

Both in the renderings below and above the touches of green bring the architecture to life. Green is the most restful color to the eye, and thus is a comfort to those viewing it.

Watercolor hand rendering by artist Stephen F. Condren.
Watercolor hand rendering by artist Stephen F. Condren for Realtor Daniel Soldano.

Scans

  • JPEG & PDF

The images of watercolor house portrait #266z are capture with JPEP & PDF scans.

Condren Galleries Ltd.

  • Fine Arts Gallery

Condren Galleries is pleased to have been to participate in the execution of watercolor house portrait #266Z for Realtor Daniel Soldano.

Stephen F. Condren

  • Artist

As an artist I have made watercolor house portrait #266Z a staple of my architectural rendering works.

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Watercolor house portrait #266Z pen & ink drawing with prints by Stephen F. Condren at Condren Galleries.

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