"Design is a fundamental part of my practice, and sketching plays a vital role in understanding and composing a subject before I begin painting. It’s a quick and effective way to explore tones, shapes, and composition ideas, while also serving as a valuable record of thoughts and observations to develop further in my paintings. Here, you can take a glimpse into my sketchbooks and see how working in pencil, pen, or acrylic helps me refine my ideas before bringing them to life in oil paint. ."