Despite feeling like I'm cheating on my sketchbook and watercolours, I love sketching on Procreate. I have loads to learn which will take some time but the ease of using Procreate and having an entire art shop in your back pocket is wonderful. I quickly sketched daddy with my little one for as long as... Continue Reading →
It feels like a lifetime ago since my last post in February - life feels so different. In the UK, we are staying at home to help stop the virus infecting more people which for some are sadly losing their lives. I'm a homely type of girl and so staying indoors is not a challenge,... Continue Reading →
We headed down to Cornwall for our family holiday and it would have been a sin (as a sketcher) not to pack my sketchbook and attempt to paint a little bit of Cornwall. Cornwall is beautiful, and I can see why it's a popular destination for Artists. The beaches, boats, the lighthouse, the rocky shore... Continue Reading →
I love Christmas and this year our Christmas Tree has been extra special. Over the years, our tree has grown with all the little crafty baubles and decorations made by our lovely children and it feels extra special to see them hanging from our tree. So, I just had to sketch our tree for 2017... Continue Reading →
This month, we embarked on a family holiday abroad and of course I took my sketchbook with me!! I've really enjoyed sketching on holiday for so many reasons, here are a few of them: Sketching smaller elements of a bigger picture meant I could get my sketchbook out frequently as I wasn't overwhelmed... Continue Reading →
After a very long time, we managed to get away from London and enjoy some family time together. It wasn't the best weekend to pick as it was absolutely freezing with snow and rain. However, I managed to find some time to sketch while the children enjoyed playing - bliss! I am still keeping it... Continue Reading →
I've read in order to sketch more you should keep your sketch book and pen with you at all times and keep your sketching materials simple enough so you can carry it without them weighing you down. So, I have decided to exclusively work with four items for the next few weeks in an attempt... Continue Reading →
Sometimes, I look around me and struggle to find something interesting to sketch. Today, my mum became an interesting subject. Although, she wasn't completely happy about this (folded arms gives it away!) I really enjoyed trying to sketch her unimpressed look.
I am still learning (struggling) to sketch people but capturing special moments make it worthwhile. This was a quick sketch when both Daddy and lovely Daughter are sitting still and enjoying a cuddle.
