The postman of the village of Arles. Vincent van Gogh is a great inspiration for trying to recreate and draw his painting. So many colours , so many different techniques.
Will never be able to emulate him but it's worth trying with different media. Here I used gouache paint to try and paint all those different shades of blue. It turned out to be a cheerful postman who looks at you a little surprised and cheerful.
I have time to draw and paint more after years of volunteer work for the St. Care Foundation The Gambia. Inspiration I got in the Gambia where I also lived. The colors, the population and life is a great source of inspiration. But also the quieter.. Read more…