I made this drawing which is slightly smaller than A1 this afternoon whilst the light was still with me. I’m still interpreting Sid Wright’s song ‘Smile’ exploring the lyrics, which I can’t share yet, using colour and expanding the pose I have chosen. I’m still using myself as a model but it is not meant to be a self-portrait. I’m just the most convenient model. I’m finding it quite difficult interpreting the feel of the whole song as there are contrasting elements to it which provide a challenge. I really like working to someone else’s brief though especially if the work is good, as Sid’s lyrics are. They are universal as with all the best ones. The journey is not over yet though. I hope to have a pile of drawings for him to choose from for his book.