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Attended another sketchwalk session on Saturday. This time I was able to recognize the regulars and strike some conversations, reminding me of the benefits of a physical art community. There's nothing like seeing an artwork up close, tracing the lines with your fingers while you ask question to the artist. Having been a self-learner, it's refreshing to see how other people approach their crafts. Even something simple such as the way they setup their supplies, the way they mix their paints, the way they apply their strokes can be illuminating. Most people joining the sketchwalks were eager to talk about their practice, and the session proved to be just as diverse as the previous one. That was not a fluke! At least three families came together for a sketching trip, with children as small as 5. It was a heartwarming sight, them huddled together with their chosen mediums, silent but joyous. As always, amazing the amount of work you could put in before lunch when you corral your time for…