Wednesday, July 14, 2010

What I Want to Be When I Grow Up

My new Paint-by-Number hobby has stirred up sleeping interests for me. I wonder, does everyone go through different phases with their hobbies and interests or do most people just choose something and stick with it forever? Maybe my ever-changing interests have something to do with the way my sweet husband spells my name: A-D-D/O-C-D. I tell him he doesn't know how to spell Sherry, but then again, maybe he does.

I have always loved drawing, painting, music, etc., but my perfectionism ties my hands. I usually think that if I don't have time to do something perfectly, then I won't even start. But, I'm trying to shake that mentality. And, with my newly awakened artsy interest, I have gone through some of my past drawings and thought I would share some with you. I'll start with my favorite one.

This is a picture I snapped of Maggie when she was sticking her head through the back door.



And this is my drawing from the picture.


I drew this about four years ago, and haven't done much drawing since then. But who knows what new~ or old~ interests I might stir up since I have retired from homeschooling and have a little extra time on my hands? There's no telling what I might be since I now have time to grow up!

11 comments:

  1. Wow! That's great! You should draw more! *IF* it makes you happy! ♥

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  2. Oh My Gosh Sherry...
    Do not waste this God given talent. My friend that is the most beautiful sketch I have ever seen. So realistic. I wish you could sketch my Bruiser for me. He has cancer and his time is so limited with me. I do not take one day for granted with him. He is so much my heart and joy.

    I would also love to see you sketch you photo in the previous post. The one on your fridge and the one you took. How beautiful that would be in sketch. You are very gifted.

    I have not been able to make my apple butter yet. I am still under lockdown. I will have to purchase some jars and a large pot to put the jars in for canning. I don't have any of the supplies that I need. Coming soon. I can't wait.
    Thank you again for sharing with me.

    Have a beautiful day sweet friend. I love you girl, Sherry

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  3. Awww, Maggie is an absolute doll! And your drawing is good, Sherry. I love how your DH spells your name - that's funny. I definitely love learning new things to enjoy. Some old things, too. But, I do go in moods.

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  4. The drawing is very good why ever did you stop? You know that only God is perfect right? So get over yourself and enjoy your talent and please, please post more pics of your efforts. We all really like seeing them! Back to canning tomorrow for me...what will I can next? So little time so many cukes...;)

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  5. Based on this piece of work,you are very, very good. It looks just like the picture. You are so talented and should do more work. Thanks for your visit.

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  6. That drawing is beautiful. You should definitely pursue your drawing because you certainly have talent. Don't let that gift remain unused!!

    Happy day to you,
    Patti

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  7. Maggie is a doll. And your sketch is wonderful.

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  8. Hi Sherry! Oh, honey, you're talented. That's a wonderful drawing of your little fuzzy face! You should draw a bit more. I used to draw too and have just lost my desire. I think we do go through phases with what we like to do! I know I do.
    Thanks for popping in to see me and let's just keep the ac cranked! :)
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  9. Oh my gosh are you my long lost sister? I am the same way about my art, however, thats ok, are is fueled by emotion and when it hits you go with it...by the way you are an amazing artist, don't put pressure on yourself, try to just have fun, lol.
    hugs,
    Olivia

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  10. Oh my gosh are you my long lost sister? I am the same way about my art, however, thats ok, are is fueled by emotion and when it hits you go with it...by the way you are an amazing artist, don't put pressure on yourself, try to just have fun, lol.
    hugs,
    Olivia

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  11. Oh my gosh! You are great! You should do more if it makes you happy!
    Hugs, Lisa

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I'm so happy you're leaving me a comment! ~ Sherry