pre-portrait, modified in photoshop
graphite pencil, preliminary drawing
expressive drawing, modified in photoshop. This young lady needs work yet, especially her hair and chin. Because she is one of my first portraits for practice, I decided to share at this earlier stage.
Another expressive drawing below, reference image from our teacher Misty Mawn, with closed eyes. I decided to do eyes for her.
After some changes to lighten. Initial image looked so much a "zombie", especially in unnatural light. We are to do many portraits and I am trying not to get too caught up initially, so will come back later, possibly to try more blending.
The actual art practice has been difficult to get excited about because of so many ongoing family challenges. I am very grateful that Misty has promised to keep the workshop available for an entire year. The lessons are truly packed with knowledge, expertise and magic.
the practice of mindfulness ~
With those challenges, the need to practice mindfulness becomes even more pronounced.
Playing in photoshop is something I find relaxing.
The folding of paper for developing a flock of paper cranes is also becoming a common activity for me. I believe I have about fifteen cranes made to this time. I have been very excited to view the final product after the folding. A patterned page I printed myself brought special satisfaction.
Music, for a long time, has frequently been comforting and mindful for me. This artist is one of my favourites.
And I frequently find myself coming back to Misty's videos to inspire, to relax, to get me moving, mindful and motivated. Imagine what it will be like through the next year to come back again and again to watch Misty producing magical pieces of art in her relaxed and comfortable style.
Angels be with you dear friends as you practice your own art, as you practice your own mindfulness.
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