The value of keeping sketchbooks
Over the years I have built up a large collection of sketchbooks. Occasionally I look back through them, enjoying the flood of memories that come to me, as well as seeing how my sketching has developed. They are also a good source of fresh material for studio work, when my recent sketches don't inspire me.
Looking at some sketchbooks from 25 years ago, I found the sketch below, from the time that I spent on the Isle of Arran. I could still remember the colour scheme, so I decided to try a painting of it.
The crag on the left is called 'Creag na h'Iolaire', which means 'Crag of the Eagle', so I couldn't resist putting in an eagle soaring above the glen. It was useful for adding interest and balance anyhow.
After I finished the painting, I remembered that I had made a watercolour about the same time as the sketch. I managed to find an old pre-digital photo of it, which I photographed again to upload here, hence the poor quality. I was interested to see how my painting has developed in the 25 years between the two versions.
Looking at some sketchbooks from 25 years ago, I found the sketch below, from the time that I spent on the Isle of Arran. I could still remember the colour scheme, so I decided to try a painting of it.
Pencil sketch made in Glen Catacol, Isle of Arran
'Glen Catacol, Arran' - watercolour - 25 x 36 cm
The crag on the left is called 'Creag na h'Iolaire', which means 'Crag of the Eagle', so I couldn't resist putting in an eagle soaring above the glen. It was useful for adding interest and balance anyhow.
After I finished the painting, I remembered that I had made a watercolour about the same time as the sketch. I managed to find an old pre-digital photo of it, which I photographed again to upload here, hence the poor quality. I was interested to see how my painting has developed in the 25 years between the two versions.
'Glen Catacol' - watercolour - 23 x 34 cm
Comments
All are truly representative of your unique water colour mastery! Bravo... and thanks for sharing!
Good fall Painting!
Warmest regards,
Bruce
I see the value of sketchbooks, . It's no wonder your work is so amazing...
.Me? I just have 25 years worth of watercolors, LOL ! my first being in 1987. but I can say there is improvement.. so it was not all for naught.
my best, Barbra Joan. and thanks for the visit ... I so appreciate it.
All the best,
Keith