Old loves

Multi tasking today. Combining Sunday Sketches with working through The Drawing Lab (inspired from nature) and Mixed Media Monday where the prompt was to return to 'an old art love'.

Behold image 1 - sketch of flower

Until about 18 months ago, if I got my paints out it would inevitably be to paint something from nature - and as accurately as possible. This was copied from a beautiful photograph sent to me by Faerwillow - I won a giveaway of her photos. If you visit her site, you may just spot this one! She also sent me the most adorable Guardian Faerie to keep me safe. On the subject of giveaways - I think I shall have one of my own to celebrate reaching 200 followers... 8 to go!

I wasn't overly impressed by my sketch, so returned to my second old love... watercolours to see if I could improve things a bit.

Behold image 2 - watercolour washes

Hmm, I think I prefer acrylics, so much more forgiving. Now I return to my Drawing Lab lesson and consult additional media.

Behold image 3 - mixed media

The application of Inktense pencils, water and black & white ink pens as well as abstraction. Happier now, but clearly need more practice!