There was a beautiful  sunrise to begin the day.

Then I got to work on four little ” gift” paintings.

Possibly  the most important thing that happened today was that a video by Nathaniel Drew interviewing Martiin Doolard popped up on youtube. ( I may have spelled Martiin’s name wrong) I’ve been watching as Martiin worked on restoring his houses up a mountain in the North of Italy for about two years now. I love his attitude  to life.

After  watching the video I felt ready to get on with work and life.

Next I adjusted the portrait a bit more.

Then my new stretchers were delivered a week earlier than expected.

That was definitely  a good idea. If I’m ever hard up again I know I can make stretched canvases…..but this is so easy!!

Then the cheerful postman delivered the black gesso.

That was fun. Thanks Sandi Hester.  Another interesting idea.

And finally, also inspired by Sandi Hester , I took my tiny sketchpad outside and spent 5mins drawing strawberry plants. Assuming that I was bound to fail so there was no stress. ( it’s an artist thing.)

And now it’s  wine time. Hurray!

And nearly the weekend.

Cheers🍷🍷