Thought I would write an introduction to let all of you know a little bit about Camomilla 
I'm Norwegian, 43 years old and work full time as a graphic designer. I've always loved to draw, but haven't done much of it the last twenty years. In school I was the "talented one". But talent only gets you that far, after that there's acquired skill and practise that counts. I could never see myself as an independent artist, so I've had my career in graphic design. And it's nice, I still like it, but I need more art in my life So I figure it's time to try to make something of it, although I'm not sure what just yet 
So - this is my status in the middle of February 2016: I'm considering myself being a slightly experienced beginner. I've invested in a sketchbook (Moleskin) late last year. I've invested in a Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 ed. with a pressure sensitive pen (Bamboo Feel stylus, to replace the s-pen that comes with the device) for the money I got for my last birthday. So I'm covered with both analogue and digital sketching tools. To try and increase productivity, I've given myself the challenge to draw every day for a hundred days in the new year. I post my drawings and doodles on my Facebook with the hashtag #dailydoodle2016 - which is a bit misleading 'cos it's not finished sketches each day, but often pieces that take several days to finish. But still, I'm drawing every day, and that's important to make it a bigger part of my life again
I found this place through youtube - I started following Jake Parker a while back, and then found Will Terrys youtube. I have not yet taken any classes at SVS, but there's several that I think would be useful for me I love the idea of online learning, it can be fitted into an otherwise busy schedule. With a husband, two children and a full-time job, time is my most limited asset 
So now I'm looking for a community. Somewhere I can interact with other people who share my interest in and passion for art. A place I can learn and grow, and give and get feedback.
Thank you all for reading through this far too long introduction, and hope you can ignore any spelling or grammar-mistakes - english is not my spoken language
Looking forward to getting to know SVS better - cheers
