Singing, "you've got the cuuuutest little babbay face". Oh sorry didn't see ya all here.
"hope which ever fancy face that is reading this is having/had a grand day indeed".
I read the story behind the famous Gerber baby face. Follow this link to read it too.
I enjoyed the read. Its just a classically inspirational example of how something small/ seemingly insignificant could make a lasting impact.
You'll all recognize the face of the Gerber baby when you see it. It certainly has lasted the years. The baby face that was used as a logo to promote the product was actually drawn of a real lady who is now a grand mother. That is the first thing that I like about the story. I like the authenticity.
The second thing (yes I'm working in two's...AGAIN) that I love about this story is that out of all the artworks that were submitted, a simple charcoal drawing was chosen. For those of you who have worked with charcoal its a very loose style because charcoal is a thick medium. The lines drawn with it tend to be more rough- with less detail than that of a pencil. It also smudges really easily so one doesn't fuss too much over and on it. Oil on the other hand demands more time. One has to wait for layers to dry in order to apply a new layer or detail on. Its also more expensive as better quality materials are used, canvas is needed and fancy brushes. Charcoal no such fuss. You don't need brushes, turps, canvas or heaps of time. After all, its just a burnt piece of wood that meets a fine piece of wood.
love,
Sarah xxx
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