Just Draw

Drawing is a sort of therapy for me. When I really get into a drawing, I start to feel kind of relaxed, I guess. I don't really know how to explain it, but it seems calming to me. Drawing is also rewarding, at least, if the picture turns out good. Sometimes, I rush through something, but when I take the time to sit down and really enjoy the artwork, I find it more relaxing.

Lately, I have been working on this picture of a girl from Chad. For some time I have been interested in Chad and the need for the Gospel to be preached there. Also, drawing a dark African is a good challenge for me because drawing dark people and light people is different. I like doing things that might be harder. This has been a very enjoyable drawing for me.

I give doughnuts to a friend most weeks. One time he was late, so in the mean time, I drew him a big buck and put it on the box of doughnuts. The next time I didn't draw anything, and he complained that there was no big buck. So, the other day, I drew a shaggy little raccoon. It was very fun. I have a fascination with raccoons. I think my friend was pleased.

Anyway, yes, drawing is a good thing to do.

She's not quite done, but I like the way she is turning out for the most part. I am just drawing with a regular old Bic pen.

And the raccoon.