I am a drawing convert. In 1996 I was challenged to do a sketch a day
in pen. I tossed my pencil and eraser and worked only in pen. At first the task felt overwhelming. But in a short period of time things began to change. Not only did my drawings improve so did my observation skills, design, edge quality, and confidence. It seems like such a simple concept but it does have a way of making a huge difference. My passion for drawing has stayed with me. Here are just a few reasons why I love to draw:
in pen. I tossed my pencil and eraser and worked only in pen. At first the task felt overwhelming. But in a short period of time things began to change. Not only did my drawings improve so did my observation skills, design, edge quality, and confidence. It seems like such a simple concept but it does have a way of making a huge difference. My passion for drawing has stayed with me. Here are just a few reasons why I love to draw:
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*Size is non threatening.
*For the FUN of it- I like to sketch!
*Sketching I do for me –Painting I do for others
*Travel and Personal Journal: an illustrated record of my life.
*When I draw I really see the subject for the first time.
*A sketch is complete unto itself. It need not go any further.
*A place to watch my progress. (my books are numbered and dated)
*A sketch is a truer reflection of me, compared to a painting which
is me dressed up and on my best behavior.
*My sketchbooks are my greatest tool as an artist. A place to explore
subjects matter, design, value…
*For the FUN of it- I like to sketch!
*Sketching I do for me –Painting I do for others
*Travel and Personal Journal: an illustrated record of my life.
*When I draw I really see the subject for the first time.
*A sketch is complete unto itself. It need not go any further.
*A place to watch my progress. (my books are numbered and dated)
*A sketch is a truer reflection of me, compared to a painting which
is me dressed up and on my best behavior.
*My sketchbooks are my greatest tool as an artist. A place to explore
subjects matter, design, value…
The sketch challenge was a big turning point in my life as an artist. I want to pass along the experience to others. That is how the "Artistic License" came to be. I found a reward was a great motivator. The only way someone can get an Artistic License is to do the 75 Day Sketch Challenge.
When you complete the challenge make sure your email me directly at: SwensonsArt@gmail.com
Happy Sketching!Brenda
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