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Here we all are, self isolating and having to find ways to amuse ourselves. Unable to hold art classes, I’ve decided to try recording the painting of some portrait sketches. Practising these is something I’ve been wanting to do more of and this might just be the motivation I need. If you find this useful…
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Amazing painting
Absolutely fabulous, Jackie. Really beautiful painting.