paper makes a big difference

I was experimenting with the Derwent Coloursoft range, though I had no idea which type of paper they should be used on.

I did two quick sketches of my darling girl poking her head out from under the duvet - one on my usual watercolour paper of Arches Aquarelle 140lb rough - and the other on WHSmith pure white cartridge paper 135gsm.

Arches Aquarelle




WHSmith White Cartridge Paper




These were only quick sketches so I could find the paper I was happiest with. (its cartridge) Hopefully my next piece will be more artistic !

Quick Painted Sketches

Sometimes I take up pen and paints and make some quick sketches.

Usually this happens when outside - or indoors when Missy strikes a pose I find adorable.
I get the pose drawn in technical pen as quickly as I can, then I add some paint to remind me of the colour.

These are fast aide-memoires, later they may well be used as the basis of a full blown painting.

Sometimes though, a painted sketch looks so new and fresh by itself, I don't ever paint a larger version, because the spontaneity will be lost.
This sketch is one of those!