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Sketchaday Series 2, Episode 4: Training my Memory

Posted on January 6, 2019 by julia

I have always tried to keep a diary when on my travels, as I find it very hard to recall the day to day happenings. In my last Sketchaday series I wrote a post nearly every day, but this time … Continue reading →

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#Sketchaday 18: earning our keep and learning that less is more

Posted on August 5, 2016 by julia

I’ve been so impressed by the fleeting glimpses that we have of the mountains on these semi cloudy days that I’m doing a quick pencil sketch from the back patio every time I’m inspired. Sometimes you wouldn’t know there’s a … Continue reading →

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#Sketchaday8: Let sleeping babies lie

Posted on July 25, 2016 by julia

This drawing was made at the end of the day, after we tried taking Leo for a picnic at Blanket Creek. We hoped he’d enjoy the fresh air and sunshine, but he grizzled most of the time and his parents … Continue reading →

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Drawing from a Sculpture

Posted on July 14, 2016 by julia

I recommend this to anyone who wants to practise portrait drawing. Continue reading →

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