Magic

 Having not sketched, painted or even doodled for some time, I felt it was time to tentatively dip my toe into the arty world again. However, I kept putting it off. So, when one of the volunteers at work mentioned she was also suffering from a need to draw but did not have the inspiration, I suggested that we started after the festive break and challenge each other to a subject each week. She jumped at the chance.

So, our first week back - the subject was 'Tree'. After the initial hesitation on my part, once I put pen to paper it was like the drought had been broken and I scribbled away happily.

The second challenge subject came from my friend and she suggested 'Gnome'. After scratching my head a little - I did not fancy cutesy so I decided on a slightly cranky gardening hedgerow Gnome - happy? Yup.

The sketch book goes into work tomorrow, so we can share and show each other and the next challenge will be issued!!

Post Script : we are hoping others will see what we are doing and join in. I think we all need a little magic in our lives and for me (and my volunteering friend - art is that magic). What is magic for you?