Kilt and Drum

Kilt and Drum
Oil  11X14
Photo by Artist

This model posed in authentic clothing.  His left hand is flat on the back side of the drum and he alters the pitch by the pressure he exerts on the stretched hide.  The drum stick is rather short and both ends of it are used in playing.

He gave our group a memorable demonstration.  I can only imagine how a large group of Scots would sound.  I hope he graces us with a return visit soon.  It was enjoyable painting him.

Quite a few years back my wife and I went to a highland festival;  Scots with bagpipes in full roar.  It was awesome!  This year I'm going to make an effort to locate and attend another highland festival.