Today has been a truly autumnal morning with sun shining brightly but accompanied by the wind which appears to be in a hurry to move us on to winter.
Summer has definitely slipped away as have the swallows.
Sadly I never saw them go, but in their place I've seen fantastic flocks of geese fly overhead.
Truly a spectacle to be seen and heard.
A visually striking performance flying in formation as they call out to each other.
Their voices are carried on the wind and can be heard long before they come into view.
So with the change of the season, I thought that my artwork today would be to celebrate last summer... before I move on to autumn and all of it's colourful splendor.
I took so many photographs of butterflies over the past few months, that it seems only right to draw one.
In fact, I hope to draw two... one in my favourite black ink line drawing style, but another with colour...
but hopefully much more loosely.
Firstly, I designed a template in order to try to obtain a symmetrical design.
I've been twisting and turning the paper plus myself in this attempt... a little like trying to take up a new intricate yoga position that is really only do-able for the extreme guru master!
Maybe I should take up yoga instead of art?
Now there's a thought...
I used my trusty Micron pens on A3 Daler - Rowney, Bristol Board - Airbrush ( 250g/m²) paper.
I feel so comfortable with creating this kind of drawing now, that perhaps this is my style and I should stick with it. Although, I'm trying lots of different media and techniques in my new art group, so who knows what else might become familiar and comfortable over the next few months.
It's all very exciting.
Did you spot the difference...?
No, not in the design but the fact that I'm on to my second cuppa whilst only inking the outline!
I'm a real teapot.
Because it's Friday, I'm linking up with Eva and Kristin's Paint Party Friday blog...
so if you'd like to party too, then click here.
I'm also joining Dion Dior for Friday Sketches too.
Click here
How brilliant to have so many like minded people enjoying the art of ART!
Have a wonderful weekend everyone.
I hope I'll see you here again soon and who knows I may just pop into your place...
so keep the kettle warm.
Toodleloo for now
Totally loving this Neesie! I always have a terrible time getting both wings symmetrical. How do you do it! ? :) Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving such a kind comment.... Its feeling like Fall here too......finally...... I have yet to hear the geese but the windows are open and i'm listening for them...... :) Hugs! deb
ReplyDeleteI came up with all sorts of ideas, but in the end I just drew it!
DeleteThat's why I'd rather you didn't look too closely Deb ;D
Well I finally have to except that summer has gone but I do adore autumn so I'm not too unhappy. How can you not love it with all of it's gorgeous colours.
You be careful with those windows open... you'll catch a chill.
I've seen at least five seperate lots fly over here. Two flying North but three flying South!
Hugs to you too and I hope you have a great weekend
xoxo
Beautiful butterfly sketch. can't wait to see it all colored and finished. Enjoy your cuppa too.
ReplyDeleteWell hopefully Erika I'll finish it over this coming weekend. I'll be sure to post it again when it's finished ;D
DeleteI've a confession... I've enjoyed a few cuppa's since that cuppa in the post!
Thanks for visiting my place and I hope you have an enjoyable weekend.
Great butterfly drawing. I have a problem with symmetry as well, perhaps that why I do zany girls as then I don't have to get the eyes to match!!!
ReplyDeleteOh Sharon you made me giggle this morning with your comment ;D
DeleteThanks so much for visiting my place... I hope you have fun with your zany girls (they are fantastic by the way) and enjoy your weekend
Happy PPF to you
Another good looking sketch in the raw on the table, and it's gonna be a doozy - ooh, is that an echo? Lol. Well it has to be said twice, because it's true. I look forward to seeing it come to life.
ReplyDeleteI watched my first flock of geese of Autumn just yesterday. I love to see them in formation and like to imagine what they're chattering about way up there in the blue. We've had some gorgeous weather this past week and hope it will continue a little longer; it certainly makes the shorter days that bit more bearable. Have a great weekend whatever you are doing ((Hugs)) xox
Aww thanks so much for your lovely comment ;D
DeleteHey I think that maybe the same flock of geese fly over both of us... who knows? I like that idea. That reminds me that last night whilst tucked up in bed (with the window open) we heard another flock fly over. It was an incredible sound. Just think how clever they are to do that! Or one of them has got a touch and a map!
Glorious weather here too and it's still with us. It's a tad chilly but I don't mind that. Brilliant bright sunshine and blue skies. Yay!
Have a wonderful weekend too ((hugs backacha))
xoxo
What a super butterfly! You definitely have the pen and ink technique down pat.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Faye, it's lovely to get such positive comments.
DeleteI'm happy with it so far and hope to carry on today but the sun's shining and I must make the most of it!
Enjoy your weekend... happy PPF to you
I am sure this will be wonderful when it's done, perhaps a few gallons of tea later? Valerie
ReplyDeleteWithout a doubt they'll be gallons of tea Valerie... there always is (hehe)
DeleteThanks for stopping by... I'll be on my rounds later today.
The suns shining so I'm off to enjoy it.
Happy PPF to you
I love how you use the varied nib sizes to bring depth to your artwork. I just love the pictures you create. They fill my eyes.
ReplyDeleteOh Beth thank you so much,
DeleteYour comments always make me smile ;D
I'm enjoying drawing the butterfly and am keen to carry on with it.
I'll be certain to show the finished drawing/painting when it's done.
In the meantime... have fun, be creative and enjoy your weekend
Perfect butterfly sketch - I usually paint them in "profile" so I don't have to worry about the wings matching - LOL
ReplyDeleteNow why didn't I think of that (lol) you are so t'elligent ;D
DeleteThanks for visiting my place.
I hope you have a brilliant weekend... happy PPF to you
I'm such a messy painter that I never even try to do anything symmetrical! You've done it perfectly, just amazing lines!
ReplyDeleteWell I'd like to lighten up a wee bittee, but I just can't seem to do it.
DeleteThanks for stopping by and leaving such a lovely comment.
I hope your weekend is going well... enjoy PPF
that is one gorgeous butterfly-even without any color! Great drawing skills Neesie!
ReplyDeleteI like do this kind of design but I feel a butterfly needs colour so that is why I'll be drawing two ;D
DeleteThanks for visiting my place.
Enjoy PPF and have a great weekend.
Your butterfly is looking beautiful lready. Love all the little details ....
ReplyDeleteAww thank you so much denthe,
DeleteI am pleased with it so far and look forward to revisiting it soon.
There's going to be lots more detail before it's finished.
Thanks for your comment and I hope you have a wonderful weekend too.
I love that butterfly! Very nice!
ReplyDeleteThanks Leovi,
DeleteI think it'll look great when lots of colour is added to it.
That'll be on the second butterfly as I want just an ink drawing for this one.
Thanks for your visit... enjoy your weekend and PPF
I'm smiling...you tea, me coffee, your sharp, neat lines (and table!), me 'here and there' and messy when creating........ :) :) :)
ReplyDeleteRight now everything is in order but you should've seen how this table looked yesterday, oh! I'm doing several works at the same time (waiting for drying) so I have different mediums all around me...I love it but cleaning afterwards that is not that nice because creating has taken all my energy (but I do it) :)
Can't wait to see your work finished!
Happy weekend!
I think we might make a great team ;D
DeleteI would love to be a little more messy and loose with my painting, but it just doesn't happen.
I'm looking forward to getting back to the butterflies soon, but the sun was shining earlier so I went out to make the most of it whilst it was there.
You have to do that when you live in Bonnie Scotland.
Enjoy your weekend and have fun with PPF.
Nessie you are so gifted...love this butterfly can't wait to see it finished! Love your photos too! Autumn is my favorite time of year in all it's colourful glory and cool temperatures!! Enjoy the season...I wonder if autumn colours will come into the mix on your butterfly!
ReplyDeleteHugs Giggles
Aww bless you for that Giggles,
DeleteYou've made me grin from ear to ear.
I think so many artists love autumn but then how could we not with it's colourful display.
I'm not sure what colours will be on the butterfly. The first one will be just black ink but then anything goes for the colour one. It'll be a surprise for me too ;D
Thanks so much to taking time out to visit my place.
I hope your weekend is going well and just gets better!
I love butterflies too! Can't wait to see your colors!
ReplyDeleteNeither can I Peggy ;D
DeleteI just need to juggle my time in order to fit another drawing session in.
I'm trying desperately for today.
Have a great creative week and thanks for stopping by my place.
You are so talented! I'm not a good artist...but I love the coloring part! I like to color with colored pencils, do you? Enjoy your weekend! Hugs, Diane
ReplyDeleteAww thanks Diane,
DeleteI'm so happy that everyone is so encouraging about my drawing.
I have watercolour pencils but haven't really got to grips fully with them yet. It's on the plan though.
I don't think it matters what you do as long as you enjoy the process or journey. Especially when it's creative.
Have a wonderful week whatever you get up to. Have fun!
What a clever idea to make a template. Love your drawing and look forward to seeing the coloured version too.
ReplyDeleteYes, it's always marvellous to see and hear the geese flying overhead.
Well I knew I wanted to draw two butterflies and thought I'd never manage to draw one symmetrical never mind two (hehe) so the template was my cop out!
DeleteI'm looking forward to getting back to drawing again today hopefully.
I've also seen so many more geese since last Friday. In fact I even heard them fly over in the dark last night. An incredible sound.
Enjoy your week and thanks for calling into my place.
I've always had a particular fondness for ink and watercolors. Our swallows have been gone a while, the geese are calling overhead, the leaves are beginning to fall, and there's a nip in the air. My favorite time of year. Can hardly wait to see the end products with your butterflies. :)
ReplyDeleteI adore autumn too Rita for all of those things you've highlighted. But if asked I'm not sure what season I'd say was my favourite. I love them all for different reasons.
DeleteI missed them all so much when living overseas... so I'm enjoying each one as much as I can.
I'm going to try to finish a little more of the butterfly today... wish me luck!
Thanks for popping in and leaving yet another lovely comment.
Have fun this week and enjoy those autumn sights and sounds.
What a lovely butterfly!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Karla,
DeleteHe's got such a long way to go, but I hope to carry on with him later today.
I'm looking forward to it.
First a few chores have to be done before the fun!
Have a great week and thanks for visiting my place.
I appreciate your time.
Hi Neesie - I can see all your, I was going to say downward dog, efforts in your magnificent butterflies! Hope that doesn't sound too rude there is a yoga pose called Butterfly but this is obviously too advanced for me... so I don't know that one haha. Oh hang on, there is a downward dog in there, it is McMufty saying when is she going to get a walk? Love seeing all your work, you are amazing, and I bet your hanging baskets are glorious too and all your ironing done!! :) You're one clever lady.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week.
Wren x