In April, I discovered my first Skullcap. A delicate mass of blooms upon a single stem. I snipped the top off of one stem and took it home to sketch.
I was pleased with the sketch and waited (not patiently) for time to add words.
I am saddened that last week I did not honor the sketch and take my time with the calligraphy. My spacing is all wrong and the 'P' is totally lost behind the stem and leaf.
I must put the frustration involved with moving aside and get back to my meditative calligraphic self. I hate when I rush and dishonor the gift of art.
It still sings, Pam, but I know what you mean; it happens all too often to me.
ReplyDeleteYour frustration certainly doesn't show! This is a lovely portrait regardless. Sometimes it's hard to carve the time and space for artwork.
ReplyDeleteThanks so, Kate & Elizabeth! Sometimes you can get too close :)
ReplyDeleteDon't you just HATE it when that happens PJ?! It's a beautiful sketch and your patience shows in the little flowers - great page!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Maree. Yes, patience was there for the flowers :)
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