Peek Inside My Art Book - I do a mean muppet!

I came across my Art Box in the garage and dived in past the paint brushes, colourful paper, glitter and crayons to find my sketch books. This box has survived many a cull when I moved around a lot (consequence of share living).

When I was younger I loved to draw

My preference was to draw from looking at something in front of me, like a magazine or photo. I didn't trace, but I liked the visual prompt to guide my mind and hand.

I suspect I got my drawing ability from my Dad. There's a word you don't hear me say often. My parents separated when I was 4. I have no memory from that age. I only know him from photos. He committed suicide when I was in grade 7. It felt strange to not be upset by the news. How do you cry for someone you didn't know. I did eventually meet that side of my family. Turns out my Dad and cousins were/are awesome at drawing.

I do a mean Muppet! I once drew a coke can label for kicks. I may not have known my Dad, but some of those family genes rubbed off on me.

altered by photoshop elements

practise page for a canvas

Holly Hobby sketch. Later scanned & altered in Photoshop Elements

12 images all up, see the rest after the jump...

I drew this carton girl often. Always with lips, no eyes

What family trait do you share?
More importantly, which is your favourite Muppet?