At the beginning of the year I set myself the goal of relearning the skill of drawing. When I studied art we had to draw throughout the first year and I was ok enough to get through. I decided improving my drawing skills would benefit my art generally, so dedicated a notebook to regular practice.
Almost 5 months in I know exactly why I haven’t been drawing for the last few years. It brings me zero joy. Zero! I make mark with crayons, pencils etc, and love it. Realistic drawing … nope. So I’ve stopped. Art is my passion, not my career, so if it’s not bringing me joy, I don’t do it.
I’m currently reading ‘Drawing in the present tense’ by Claire Gilman and Roger Malbert – it’s a fascinating look at contemporary drawing.
Cath Sheard Art 
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