Sonal Nathwani - The Power of Sketchbooks
EPISODE 88
Sonal Nathwani has always loved sketchbooks. When she was a little girl, she filled them with fashion designs. Today, they are often brimming with flowers. Throughout her life, they have been her safe place.
Born in Africa to Indian parents, Sonal grew up in England, spent time studying art in Italy and now lives in Austria. While she has always loved art, when it came to a career choice, she took the sensible option and became an accountant.
She never fully let go of her art dream, though, and after her youngest son was born, she made the decision to leave her career in finance and pursue her passion for painting.
In this conversation, Sonal talks about the importance of drawing, how she approaches her sketchbooks, and the beautiful pressure of Instagram.
Sonal Nathwani and her art. Just look at all those sketchbooks!
“When you look at something and draw it, you see it. You really see it. It makes your eyes better.”
A few things Sonal talks about in this episode:
Putting her art dream aside to pursue finance and accounting.
Learning how to see—the importance of drawing.
Letting go of realism, embracing flowers and becoming a colour junkie.
Sonal’s sketchbook approach including her favourite supplies.
The beautiful pressure that is Instagram.
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