Here's today's work, the first one being a very early challenge (they're up to about 6,223, and I've just started, but that's fine) of a table lamp. Just that.
And then today while I waited for my car to be serviced, I noticed a nice complicated arrangement of coffee machine and the workings, complete with tangle of cords and boxes underneath, nice subject.
Just as well I did it right away, since they're renovating the building and shortly after I finished, two men came and bore away all the stuff I'd just drawn.
Both drawings were done with some nameless pen, on nice paper, in a spiral bound book from the library book sale. Basically, just what I picked up on my way out the door this morning.
It reminded me of Handsome Partner, who learned years ago, before he put his shoes on, to check if I were drawing them, and could he have them. Or before he took a piece of fruit from the bowl making sure it wasn't my next subject, all set up. He'd learned this from my roars of rage at finding he'd walked off wearing my subject matter, or eaten a pear arranged just right in the bowl.
I would really encourage anyone who fancies trying a hand at drawing to do something like EDM, just for your own fun. One drawing now and again. The trick is to keep a pad and pen or pencil available, or a bunch of 8x5 file cards in the glove compartment of your car. Amazing how often you have a few minutes when it would be fun to try. A lot of the participants in EDM are making illustrated journals, but that's not a requirement, though it's great to look at their work.
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Very nice drawings!
ReplyDeleteGreat sketchest sketches and I love your embroidery.
ReplyDeleteWelcome to EDM!
Great drawings. I'd love to be able to draw but even though it should be in my blood from both sides of the family (does the name Babbage mean anything to you), I think my two art teachers were in despair when I was in their classes. I'll just stick to my needles of various types and continue looking at your great works.
ReplyDeleteSome really nice sketches here!
ReplyDeleteIt's kind of neat that it disappeared right after you drew it. Like snapping a picture of the dog's expression before it changes.
ReplyDeleteI like the way you did the shadow of the lamp on the wall. i also like the story of the Handsome Partner!
ReplyDeleteMy husband has learned those lessons yet! In fact, if he realizes that I'm drawing him, he moves. I think it is intentional, though he denies it! Wonderful sketches and great use of waiting time!
ReplyDeleteI do envy the people that have the ability to draw - my abilities on that front leave everything to be desired. Great drawings you've done!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are enjoying the group and letting us know when you post a new set of drawings. Very nice.
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