jan/feb2014 sketchbook

jan/feb2014 sketchbook

Don’t only practice your art, but force your way into its secrets, for it and knowledge can raise men to the divine.” ― Ludwig van Beethoven

I'm back from my first meeting with the professor and try to practice what I'm still lacking - drawing from life. I never really did drawings that weren't out of my imagination. It wasn't so exciting to me ... and another reason probably, you would be able to have a reference to my drawing, and be able to see flaws more? I don't know why exactly I never put much effort into it, but now I'll take this new challenge!

Here is a first update on what has happened. At the moment I try to train my eyes to draw what I see, not what I think should be there - and that's more difficult than is seems ;)

Uniqueness and Service - tapping into my talents despite fears

Uniqueness and Service -

tapping into my talents despite fears

I’ve come to believe that each of us has a personal calling that’s as unique as a fingerprint – and that the best way to succeed is to discover what you love and then find a way to offer it to others in the form of service, working hard, and also allowing the energy of the universe to lead you.” - Oprah Winfrey

I found this quote today while searching for some inspiring words - a gift for a very nice young lady. It really caught me, and I feel "YES, I agree and that's what I want to do". I want to be courageous and find this uniqueness. But not just for my own enjoyment. I want my talents to be a blessing for this world.

It took a long time with very different doors and paths to lead me back to where I wanted to be. I want to be creative and inspire others. I want to do what I love. I want to do Art ... ever since I could hold a pencil and draw.

Yes, it is somehow scary. Fears of judgement and destroying critique. No job, no income, no house, no ... well you can think of the rest. Doing Art takes courage. Yes, it does. It took me a while to figure out that, even though I have fears - I rather try and fail, than look back on my life and be filled with regret.

So at the moment, a portfolio - my first one ever - is created. And soon will be shown to a professor of a graphic design school I'll apply to. That's what is happening with my dream.

Step by step, it takes more form. And I make steps that I never thought will be made by me. Things change. And I'm grateful to God and all people who helped me do this.

Watercolours are amazing

I just wanted to share with the universe that I started to draw again - and it feels awesome. Right now watercolours are my medium of choice and I love the way they "melt" into each other. Quite a while ago, I took a watercolour class by a local artist. I love her work and she thaught us different techniques which I ... forgot sadly. Many things I just cannot recall so for now it's up to me to experiment - AND watch a lot of youtube videos on the topic. It's amazing how much you can learn :)