Michael Nobbs

Feeling relief

An early morning drawing setup on a bed covered with a red, grey and cream checked blanket. A small pocket sketchbook lies open in front of a tea tray covered with a yellow cloth patterned with hens. The sketchbook contains a black ink self-portrait showing a face with large round glasses and a rather stern expression. Behind it, a round mirror reflects the artist holding a yellow phone, while an orange Stanley mug, a black pen and a small reading light sit on the tray. The scene is warmly illuminated by the yellow light.
A close-up photograph of a black ink self-portrait in a small pocket sketchbook, resting on a red, grey and cream checked blanket. The drawing shows a face with large round glasses, a moustache, stubble and a serious, slightly weary expression. Bold, loose lines and areas of hatching define the features, with the portrait framed by a large circular shape. Beneath the drawing, handwritten text reads: “Feeling relief at having decided to stop trying for a while.” The drawing is dated 11-10-26, with the time noted as 4.25 am.

The expression on my face might not show it (!), but I’m feeling a huge sense of relief at deciding to stop trying to do anything for a while.

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