Museum sketches 28/9/12

Newhaven harbour sketches 21/9/12

 

 

 

 

Poppy painting

Final portrait

My sister wanted a new painting for her room and I jumped at the chance to do one for her. I've not painted let alone drawn flowers for quite a while so I was really happy the way it has turned out and so was she :) I think the gold paint really helps it stand out.

Museum sketches 14/9/12

Continuing my sketching practice at the museum and I really enjoyed working from the animals especially today. Working in conte sticks I think really helps bring out the colour and tones from my work.

museum sketch 7/9/12

Going to make this a weekly thing drawing at the museum. Sketch I did today of an ox skull head. I'm so fascinated by bone structure.

 Arthur Seat (most of it!)

I found I had a fascination of horses legs. They are so interesting to draw from all the bumps and curves

The key to becoming a good artist (like anything) is practice. I'm very aware I need to keep up my drawing skills to become better so today I decided to get some fresh air and go see the horses.

I've not drawn from life in quite a few months now and it's certainly not easy to draw things quickly and are constantly moving but I did enjoy it. I know a lot of these aren't perfect but I was happy just to go out and draw and try to challenge myself by drawing different things too. Only way I'll get better!

Shaun Tan at the book festival

Me and Shaun Tan

My books "The red Tree" and Eric" were signed - he even did some doodles for me too :) (the red tree on the left is his fingerprint stamped!)

My second trip to the book festival within a few days this time to see illustrator Shaun Tan. Was soo excited to see him today as he's been one of my biggest inspirations. 

He gave a talk on how he got into illustration (explaining how he was an introvert which led him to being inside alot and drawing) and his past and current work - explaining the meaning behind his work. He explained how his work was very personal to him often the themes running in his books were to do with belonging - which he often struggled with. I found his talk very engaging and inspiring, giving me confidence to keep practising more drawing. I feel very lucky to hear from such an amazing illustrator.