The photograph explores the tension between constraint and self-discovery, between isolation and the yearning to engage with the world beyond imposed limits. In a time when truth is often obscured, Breaktruth captures the fragile yet profound moment of revelation—an echo of resilience, desire, and the unstoppable force of human will.

Water in the

bottle flowing.

Hand the hot drink

over or pass.

Lights shine in

and start the

glowing.

swirling tails and

droplets of water,

lick the sides of

the bottle glass.

This time I see your

inexperience showing.

If you cant take the

heat in every drink,

then pucker up and

kiss my ass.

Said the devil as he

sipped from the glass.

Thank you but no,

said the last soul

of knowing.

I think I will pass.

................................................

Created using a clear liqueur bottle, kitchen water flowing into it as a flashlight lit it up. Mirrored and inverted the colors.

Dreamtime animal messengers

IPad Digital Painting

This recreation channels the mischievous charm of Joseph Ducreux’s legendary self-portrait, where art history meets meme culture. Dressed in 18th-century attire—black hat, brown coat, ruffled shirt, and red cravat—the subject smiles knowingly while pointing directly at the viewer, cane in hand. The dark gradient background heightens the drama, spotlighting the playful gesture that has echoed across centuries.

More than homage, this portrait is a living reenactment: a bridge between classical portraiture and modern humor, reminding us that expression is timeless. Whether seen as satire, celebration, or cultural dialogue, the figure’s direct gaze and theatrical pose invite us into a tableau where history winks at the present.

First Child. Drawn from life at Chingford lifedrawing club. It was a real privilege to draw Pauline who was pregnant and didn't have long to wait before her first child :)

Charcoal and pastel expressive figurative drawing from Chingford life drawing last night. Emilie modelled for us and produced some superb poses throughout the night. I was using compressed charcoal and Rembrandt pastels on newsprint paper.

I have come to drag you out of yourself and take you into my heart. I have come to bring out the beauty you never knew you had, and lift you like a prayer to the sky.

~Rumi

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