Rather than sketching directly from the subject, on this occasion I have used a magazine for reference. This sketch was done of Stourhead and yes, within the 20 minutes.
HOW TO TAKE THE CHALLENGE
HOW TO TAKE THE CHALLENGE:
Select your topic
Gather your supplies
Start on a blank piece of paper
Set your timer for 20 minutes
Paint or draw with your favorite media
Stop when 20 minutes is over whether finished or not
Scan or photograph the painting and send the image (any size is fine) to - painteddaisies at gmail.com - with a subject line of TMC.
I have recently started inviting people to do their own posting. If that interests you, send me an email for an invite.
PLEASE include a brief statement in your email or post describing:
WHAT YOU PAINTED AND WHY
WHAT YOU LEARNED FROM DOING THE CHALLENGE
TITLE OF PAINTING
MEDIUM USED
YOUR BLOG OR WEBSITE LINK
I do reserve the right to reject any inappropriate art.
Feel free to use the TMC badge on your Blog. Click here for the code
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I have also created a Flicker group for challenge participants.

Thanks for the suggestion......will give the 20 minute challenge a try. Your painting captures a tranquil mood with just the right amount of detail.
ReplyDeleteThanks Joanne.
DeleteAmazing what one can do in twenty minutes provided one has the skills (as you obviously have).
ReplyDeleteI visited your blog and found it very interesting.
Thank you Balaji - welcome to my blog:)
DeleteTranquil is a very good description. I was going to say peaceful.
ReplyDeleteThank you Lilah:)
DeleteI'm very drawn to your soft colors and lines. I can see my eye traveling round the bend of that road. Lovely.
ReplyDeleteThank you Lynn:)
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