Being an artist is about looking at things and trying to be aware of what is before you. As a result I spend a lot of time just looking. One of the best ways of developing looking skills is in the practice of still life painting; which is very close to me heart.

The above drawing of a whisky glass, two plumbs and an apple.is about exploring the reflections, refractions, various tonal values and textures; it was done with one pen. Glass is great fun to replicate, even if a little challenging.