Drawing and painting have been my sanctuary through lock-down. My work gave me a focus when I felt overwhelmed, structure when there was none and peace and calm in a busy world of image and information overload.

And that’s why I’m passionate about getting people to draw. Because it isn’t just about making a mark on a piece of paper.

Drawing is about taking time for yourself to slow down and really observe something. To interrogate the subject, to capture it as only you can. To have a go, to laugh and learn. To feel interested and inspired. To solve problems and to fill time. To make connections with ideas and people and feelings. With a small sketchbook a pencil and an eraser you can capture anything, anywhere that will be unique and personal to you.

Learn more about 'The Seasonal Sketchbook' here