I'm taking observational drawing classes at the moment, it's probably one of the most difficult things I've ever done. Kiera, my teacher, tells me it's all about learning to see. My problem is that I can't see properly...I know that sounds strange but I can't see straight lines, I can't tell the perspective of things.... Continue Reading →
I’m right where I want to be
Well now here's a revelation. After my second counselling session and digging deep to find out the hows and whys of the way I behave the way I do and why the anxiety and depression hit me when it did I have come up with some answers - praise be! Firstly I've come to the... Continue Reading →
Plotting and Planning
I've been plotting and planning, lots of ideas as always, and I was delighted to get the art supplies above from a voucher that the family gave me for Christmas. I love painting and drawing, it's such a enjoyable thing to do. I might not be very good at it but it's very relaxing. I... Continue Reading →
Marvellous Monday
As Mondays go this one has been a good one. I woke up to find I'd been featured in the OnlineLives section in the Irish Examiner. Thanks so much for Denise O'Donohue for interviewing me, you can read all about it here. I had some lovely comments about the article and as I'm an 'oldie'... Continue Reading →
Pencils and Pedals
Saturday, although it was a day of rushing and racing, was a really lovely day. Firstly I went to a drawing lesson. Kiera O'Toole, who is a very talented artist, invited me along to try my hand at drawing. To be honest I can just about draw the curtains so I was dubious. Kiera is... Continue Reading →
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