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Sketching

6/10/2014

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Yesterday, I sat down to paint.  I spent some time thinking about different colours, and how to mix them, and focal points etc...  Then I started to sketch because I was feeling somewhat overwhelmed.  I think sketching for me is like Yoga.  It is calming, peaceful and meditative.  It is like breathing out an idea.  I know it is said that for some people, petting a cat or a dog can reduce blood pressure.  I think this is true for me when I am sketching, or painting.  

As I look back at my sketches, I can see things about myself that are released onto paper.  I enjoy solitude.  I love the feel of the wind, and being outdoors.   Trees seem to be part of my soul..... and I obviously live in BC.  

Today I started a painting from one of these sketches.  I'm very happy with it, and now... lucky me..... I get to spend the next 4-5 dwelling in that painting.  

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10/3/2022 09:00:56 am

anks for sharing the article, and more importantly, your personal experience mindfully using our emotions as data about our inner state and knowing when it’s better to de-escalate by taking a time out are great tools. Appreciate you reading and sharing your story since I can certainly relate and I think others can to

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