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.
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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