Re-connecting

Re-connecting

I've been absent from Tumblr while I've been writing my workbook so apologies to the people who I've had brief but wonderful convos with, particularly @robertpallesen, @bohemiansthings, @claypigeonpottery, @kaisercaimo, @felicity-b, and @bluebelly-sun-serpentine

I'm looking forward to seeing and reading your posts again.

Pastel drawing, approx 115mm x 41mm.

“Calm Water to Kerrera.”

Peace and tranquility while walking to catch the ferry from Oban to the Isle of Kerrera, Scotland.

“Atlantic Ocean, Isle of Barra” no. 1

“Atlantic Ocean, Isle of Barra”.

Pastel drawing, approx 87mm x 60mm.

An almost otherworldly drawing remembering an almost otherworldly seascape. I had no idea that the sea could be this colour until I went to the Scottish islands.

Hmmm, I can't think of anything new to say about how these little drawings are made.

I do think of them as something coming up from my subconscious into my consciousness and I'm curious to know what they are, or at least, what their message is.

But how do I find out?

Harbour sketches.

Boats moored in Oban harbour, Scotland.

Pencil on drawing paper.

Two, tiny thumbnail sketches of the reference photo for the composition and values. Although I work from memory without any reference images in front of me, sketching helps me absorb the information I want to convey.

I've written a workbook, received the first, small, print run and now it's time to find new, welcoming homes for them.

I understand that the book may not be your thing but if you know somebody who might be interested I'd be so grateful if you shared it with them.

Here's the blurb on the back cover:

It's also available as an instant download.

Get a free excerpt, look inside the book and find out more at www.croakingravenstudio.com

If you've read any of my posts here you've probably got the (correct) impression that I'm shy and retiring, an in-the-background type of person. If that's you too, you'll have an idea how uncomfortable it is for me to say, "Hey, look what I've done!" but if you could help by sharing this post and link, that would truly be awesome!

Thank you.