I have been married to my husband Matt for 6 years. He has always encouraged me to draw and paint.  He of course thinks I am a wonderful artist, as all husbands should when their wives attempt art.  I am a beginner and don't quite share the same opinion he has about how talented I am.  I have been a beginner for about 20 years.  I always wanted to take art lessons but life always got in the way.  Anything I have accomplished has been self taught.  I will keep drawing because I love it.  Advice is always welcomed.  Matt and I own a small electrical shop called Ruby Electric.  In between working hours and bedtime is my time for drawing.  Not enough hours in the day.  I feel honored to share in this site with some truly talented artists.