Hudson Commodore Drawing

Prior to the mid-1950s – at which point Hudson merged with Nash to form American Motors – Hudson Motor Car Company produced some of the most advanced cars of the era. I love the unique Ponton aero-styling of the mid-50s Hudsons, and for some reason, especially those with the triangle bars in the grille. It gives a distinctive uniqueness that is unmistakable, similar to – say, the Alfa Romeo grille. I tried to capture that uniqueness in this Hudson Commodore drawing.

I’ve had a Hudson drawing on the brain for awhile now, and it may not be the last of 2020. The massive aero panels along the body reflect light in a way that makes every perspective unique. Plus, the Fabulous Hudson Hornet stock car is extra cool.

I started with a rough pencil sketch on toned gray paper, laying out the proportions. Starting with the headlights, I moved around through the locations of the grille bars, tires, and greenhouse.

I filled in all the dark areas in the undercarriage, tires, grille, chrome, and bodywork with Micron pens.

Finally, I added Posca White to accentuate the bright reflections, and to outline the car to lift it off the page.

I really enjoyed making this Hudson Commodore drawing, and maybe I’ll do a Doc tribute next. This drawing is available for sale in the shop, here.