Deciding to participate in the 100 Day Project was impulsive therefore with little forethought and minimal expectations. In fact I thought finishing was probably unlikely! It has developed into something much more significant which I have since learnt, is not unusual. I’m just over halfway through and now honestly believe I will continue to the end.

Before starting I was advised to select a project which would result in a tangible outcome, this made sense to me, so I chose to fill a sketchbook because it’s something I have always aspired to and never achieved. My observations so far, are that I no longer feel scared of sketching, even outside where people do like to look and comment. I no longer feel precious about my entries, although I do still like to mask the edges because I think clear boundaries enhance a composition. I have also noticed that the work is becoming looser, more confident and the compositions, much stronger . My 100 Day Sketchbook has now become a trusted resource for my current series, something I could never of imagined. So far I feel convinced that regular sketchbook practice cultivates new ideas and encourages experimentation with compositional ideas. I hope to continue with my 100 day project and will conclude this blog on completion.