Aug. 25, 2025 - Challenges!

I expected to find the child illustration challenging. I haven't taken a course on figure drawing for decades. It's not just the human form, which I've always found difficult, but getting the portions right for a four year old child. To be honest, I've lost count of how many attempts I've made on this one illustration. It was never "just right" - the head was too big, the arms were too long, the legs were too short. In other words, it suffered from "Goldilocks Syndrome" - never "always too something, never just right". You get the idea. Finally, yesterday afternoon, it all came together! Finally, I have an illustration that I'm happy with. I have even chosen a colour pallet that's spot on. I had hoped to be able to share that with you today, but I had visitors!

They brought delicious gluten free brownies to celebrate some incredibly happy news. In February of next year, we're going to welcome a new member to our family! I am so excited! I can't wait for the gender reveal next month. Fortunately, both mother and baby are doing well given the normal ups and downs of pregnancy.

So, my promise for today is to finish the child illustration and post it for you tomorrow!

Best wishes always...

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