Your art is clever and unique. And your words are better. I love your description of standing there at the starting line for the marathon - someone reading that could be anywhere, have never seen a race, or never have been to Vancouver, yet through your words, they were there. I am amazed when I see that quality in someone's work. Early on in my writing life, my daughter gave me a book on writing that Pierre Burton wrote. He included a bit he wrote about Whitehorse, his hometown, the left an image in my mind that is better than a photograph. I'm confident, if I ever get to Whitehorse, that I'll be disappointed because the reality will likely not live up to the image in my mind - and image created by Pierre. As I read your words and look at your drawing, I have a similar feeling. I've been to Vancouver many times, been where you were, but nothing about hearing the noise of gulls and traffic, boats and chatter can equal the clarity of your words. I'm not a runner, but your words inspire me to try.
Absolutely cannot wait for the Banff drawings! One of earth’s most majestic places. ❤️
Great post. I read every word today.
Thanks for noticing!
Your art is clever and unique. And your words are better. I love your description of standing there at the starting line for the marathon - someone reading that could be anywhere, have never seen a race, or never have been to Vancouver, yet through your words, they were there. I am amazed when I see that quality in someone's work. Early on in my writing life, my daughter gave me a book on writing that Pierre Burton wrote. He included a bit he wrote about Whitehorse, his hometown, the left an image in my mind that is better than a photograph. I'm confident, if I ever get to Whitehorse, that I'll be disappointed because the reality will likely not live up to the image in my mind - and image created by Pierre. As I read your words and look at your drawing, I have a similar feeling. I've been to Vancouver many times, been where you were, but nothing about hearing the noise of gulls and traffic, boats and chatter can equal the clarity of your words. I'm not a runner, but your words inspire me to try.
Cheers, Mark
Thank you, Sir.