![]() He is scheduled to do the major repairs needed on this one beginning in September. There is a man who lives here year round that paints them, levels them, fixes and improves plumbing and roofing issues. The kids were so well behaved even the neighbors next door commented. The cabin was full of people and there is only one shower but it all worked out. We were there this last weekend with our family: our son, daughter and son-in-law, three grandkids and two of their cousins. It now belongs to her and her sister as both her parents have passed on. The cabin in this sketch was purchased by my wife's parents in 1989. Once the cabins were constructed, along with a hospital, tennis courts, a grocery store, etc., the little town became incorporated. Today there are 27 still standing and inhabited either year-round, or as vacation getaways for their owners. This cabin, along with approximatly 100 others, were constructed in the 1920's to house the dam builders who built the Rimrock Dam on Rimrock Lake in Washington state. If you measure the width of the cabin with your pencil, then use that measure to measure the heighth of the tree, the tree is just over 3 cabin widths high. Until I understood what it is, I had no interest, but now, even in my sketching I find myself reaching for that "expressionism." It isn't for everyone, abstract expressionism. once you realize the image isn't supposed to be anything familiar, it is about itself, then perhaps it makes a little more sense. ![]() I know, it kinda doesn't look that way, but. So this one has been modified from the one on top, but I'm thinking maybe more "ravaging" would have helped. Oils only and years involved in his paintings due to the slow drying of oil, his need to paint wet on dry and his overwhelming need for perfection. One thing about DeKooning was that he would, my word, ravage, his canvases. Maybe I'll toss more of his bio here later on. This is my first attempt at a Willem DeKooning, a Dutch stowaway in the early part of the last century. I recommend working in a good quality sketchbook that you can safely store in a bookshelf at home, carry in your backpack or take with you to art class.I signed up for an "Abstract Expressionism: Post WWII" class on thinking it would be about exactly what the title says, and it is, but it is also about how they painted with an expectation that as a student I give it a try. If you engage in drawing and art-making activities regularly, it is a good idea to have a place where you can collect your drawing and reflect on them over time. If you are just starting out go with the standard basic sketching tools: a pencil (preferably 2B), good quality paper, a kneadable eraser, and a good sharpener. There are no hard and fast rules about what sort of medium you need to be drawing in. If there are specific things about it that you want to draw, try looking up pictures of it online. It’s okay if you don’t have any memory of what you saw, but you should remember the basic idea of it. This has tremendous possibilities for helping you to become a happier person! Drawing Something You Saw on TV By drawing something you want to be, you will tap into the part of yourself that longs for change. This is an exercise that will help you explore your deepest desires, reveal hidden talents, and practice visualization. It can be something big, like a new house, or it can be something small, like your favorite kind of ice cream. This is like a more advanced version of “drawing a memory,” except that it’s something you wish for or desire. We often forget how good we are at drawing from the imagination, and this exercise will help you practice your creativity and work on your drawing skills. Think of something that was very significant and emotional for you, and try to recreate it on paper. ![]() You can try drawing a memory from your life that is important for you. By working from your imagination, you have the freedom to come up with whatever you want to draw, without being influenced by anything in your environment. This is a great way to let go and explore something completely new. Try your hand at drawing from your imagination. Remember that the drawing doesn’t have to be perfect – this is just for fun! Drawing From Your Imagination You will be surprised at what you can find to stimulate your imagination and get your creativity flowing! You can also check out my 27 Skull Drawing Reference images for inspiration! Visit old books stores and explore vintage furniture stores. Perhaps there is an awesome bench in the park nearby, or maybe a memorial or statue. If you like you can explore your neighborhood and parks for the fresh subject matter. There are so many places to find inspiration and ideas for your drawing.
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