Exploring the Artist Within!

Talk about being out of my comfort zone!

 The last time I attempted to be creative with a paintbrush was in 1966, 3rd form art classes! As part of my exploration into art design and my own creativity, I have joined a "Painting" night-class for beginners.

After two lessons I have managed to grasp the very basics of handling a paintbrush (other than for house decoration) and mixing colour to shade, shape and create depth.

This is my first wee practice board! I have learnt that there are definite techniques that must be practiced; that there is a lot to learn about types of brushes and what works best; observation is a major part of drawing and painting and that I will probably need to keep my day job!

But - what fun! This is something I have wanted to do for ages and I now have the time! I have started my visual diary to record ideas and discoveries.