Sketch a Market Scene

Sketch and painting demo

 

Another demo; this time, I tried to show a wider angle and the sketching process as well.

Ink and Watercolor loose style sketching demo

A Pause at the Shore

Today marks 30 days since I started this swimming journey — and with it, I’ve decided this will be my final daily post, at least for now. 

Right now, I’m at a stage where I can swim, though not perfectly. I can breathe, but still need to work on making it smoother. My strokes need refining too. But I’ve reached a point that feels settled — not stuck, just steady. 

It reminds me of the time I was struggling with breathing and then, one day, it just clicked. I believe this phase is similar — I may not be moving forward in big leaps, but I am still progressing quietly, trying out new things, and finding joy in the process. 

When I started this blog, I wanted to track how far I could go in a month. And now that the month is complete, I feel proud. This log helped me stay committed, reflective, and honest with myself. 

From here on, I’ll keep swimming — but I won’t write every day. I’ll return to update when there’s a big leap, a notable breakthrough, or maybe when I can finally say: 

“Yes, I can swim perfectly.” 

 Until then, this is where I pause.

Back After the Rain

After a two-day break, I was back at the pool today, and I picked up right where I left off. There’s still progress happening, slowly but surely — especially in how I’m understanding the timing of my strokes and breathing. I’m trying to move smoothly and freely, and while I’m not quite there yet, I can feel the rhythm starting to settle in.

A few more ink and watercolour

Rainy and low on energy

The rain returned today — and with it, a sense of sluggishness. I wasn’t feeling very energetic, just like yesterday. But I still showed up and got in the water. 

I'm still working on my strokes and especially the breathing — trying to time it right, trying to make it feel natural. It’s not there yet, and I know it won’t happen overnight. This journey is longer than I imagined. But then again, I’ve only just begun.

The Magic of Floating

Some days, things just don’t sync up — the timing feels off, the body’s tired, the mind’s not fully in it. Today was one of those days. 

But then came the back float. It’s honestly amazing how something so simple can bring me back to myself. The back float isn’t about effort — it’s about trust and relaxation. It reminds me that I don’t have to fight the water — I can rest on it. 

When everything else feels a bit messy, this one skill resets me. And today, it did just that. I let go, floated, breathed, and came back with calm.

Chasing Smoothness

Today felt like a repetition of the recent days — but with purpose. 

I’m trying to get everything just right: the breathing, the stroke, the kick, the rhythm. It’s not there yet, but every attempt brings more awareness. I kept my strength, stayed patient, and focused on finding that smooth, effortless glide I’ve been chasing. 

It’s not flashy progress, but it’s honest work. And that’s how real skill is built.