concertinas at Kilkeaveragh |
I had to try them out, of course, even though I'd never played one before. They are intriguing instruments requiring you to use each hand in a different way. This brought back grim memories of trying (and failing) to learn to play both hands at once on the piano. I soon abandoned the idea of making a tune and did a little pencil sketch of them instead.
two concertinas |
I enjoyed doing this so much that I cast round for something else on which to practice my drawing skills. Amongst all the tempting items I spotted this stack of lidded baskets:
Another very happy hour soon passed. It's not often I get the time to concentrate exclusively on drawing something like this; unless you're in something like a life class there will always be interruptions or distractions. It did me good to study the baskets and I produced a better drawing than I had managed with the concertinas.
baskets, Kilkeaveragh |
It was a very pleasant afternoon sketching; I must develop the discipline to do more drawing at home. Practice, as they say, makes perfect - and you can tell I haven't been practising as much as I should!
Sitting quietly and drawing is a luxury for sure. I like what you've accomplished. The subject matter would have intrigued me too. :)
ReplyDeleteIt certainly felt like a luxury. . . thanks LM!
DeleteReally fine sketches, especially the baskets!
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