Why is nature essential for kids?I am doing a personal research on the effect on green spaces on mood ,relationship and creativity since 2014.
I started gardening and blogging in October of 2014 and I haven’t stopped.What kept me going was this need for seeing things grow .
The good bacteria in nature in their own way helps you grow your immunity.Sunlight is essential for good health. But overall the effect of mother nature,soil and green trees ,flowers ,birds,butterflies in a backdrop of blue sky is like your recharge button.
Thats the reason I visit the village home on weekends .It gives me a much needed boost of wellbeing, that nothing else can.
You might wonder,why not visit a park?You might wonder,what about your balcony garden?Why not the green mango orchard , where we play every Sunday evening?
Well they are all important and play a role in my weekly dose of nature.But every week is not the same.Plus there’s something about the silence of birds,bees and untamed nature .The silver moon lights up the night sky ,the sparkling stars keep her company while my garden gets ready to go to sleep.
The tiny village house has four rooms. Two for our use and two for when my brother in law visits with his family.The common kitchen and small covered porch cum dining space is perfect for sitting and enjoying a cup of tea in the morning. Or sometimes we just sit outside in the garden.Since there are no high rises,there’s no one watching you .
There are only chirping of birds,bleating goats,moo-ing cows and the occasional raucous village dogs trying to get rid of outsider dogs!
The sweet smell of flowers,golden sunlight and the very blue blue sky dotted with the green canopy of Moringa,Mangoes,Ticoma,Coconut and Neem greet my eyes as I look upwards.
The open terrace gives an uninterrupted view of green almost forested areas, which are but forest gardens receiving a watchful neglect from their owners.Too much clearing up is avoided,to prevent poachers and illegal settlers from encroaching. Its a complex balance of clearing up as well as letting nature be.From my eleven years experience in taking kids for visits to garden,orchards,fields and nature holidays I share my insights into why nature is essential for kids.
Why is Nature Essential for Kids?
It helps develop intelligence
Empathy
Curiosity
Adaptation
Community
Appreciate beauty
Discover practical application of science
Realize science is not just a subject humans invented but its how God works .
Realize we are what we eat
Realize your energy depends on the energy of the food you eat.An apple or a candy?
It helps then understand why farmers are the backbone of a nation.
They understand about growing food and eating fresh.
They understand cooking is not just something Maa does.Its something everyone needs to do, to stay healthy.
They understand going back to nature is the best way to beat big food and big pharma.
They realize nature never stops working and karma is a way of life.
They realize flowers bloom in the morning to wilt in the evening .But next day another flower will still bloom.That’s karma do your work,pray to God and keep going.
They understand about cycle of life,the eternal soul and inner peace.
They understand true wealth are your health,the people around you,the land where you grow food and the ability to work and earn a living.
For that matter nature is essential for adults too .We are a part of nature and we all need to realize this.
(Why science says green time matters for growing minds)
When you think back to your own childhood, what memories feel most alive? Chances are they involve open skies, trees, muddy hands, or the thrill of catching butterflies. Science now confirms what our hearts already knew โ nature isnโt just nice for kids; itโs essential.
From stronger mental health to better learning and creativity, research from around the world has shown that green time is powerful medicine for childrenโs bodies and minds. Hereโs what the science says โ in five minutes or less.
๐ฑ 1. Nature builds healthier, happier children
A landmark systematic review in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health found consistent links between time in nature and childrenโs physical activity, emotional well-being, and social development. Children who regularly play outside move more, sleep better, and report higher happiness scores.
Key takeaway: Kids who spend at least 60โ90 minutes outdoors daily have better overall health profiles โ regardless of screen time or socioeconomic status.
๐ง 2. Greener spaces support brain development and focus
Multiple studies show that access to trees, parks, and gardens helps children think and learn better. In Italy, Asta et al. (2021) tracked children from birth to age 7 and found higher cognitive scores among those living near greenspaces. Similarly, Saenen et al. (2023) demonstrated that long-term exposure to green areas improved working memory and attention.
In practice: Even short outdoor lessons or recess in green schoolyards can improve concentration and academic performance.
๐ 3. Nature soothes anxiety and lifts mood
A 2024 systematic review by Lomax et al. found robust evidence linking nature exposure with reduced anxiety, depression, and stress in children and adolescents. Tillmann et al. (2018) confirmed that accessibility, exposure, and active engagement with nature all correlate with better mental-health scores.
Think of nature as a โmood vitamin.โ Even a half-hour in the park can restore calm and resilience after a busy school day.
โก 4. Nature time helps attention and ADHD symptoms
Classic experiments by Taylor et al. (2009) found that children with ADHD concentrated better after a walk in the park compared with a downtown stroll. Population studies (Donovan et al., 2019) also link greener neighborhoods with lower ADHD prevalence.
Pro tip: Schedule โgreen breaksโ โ 15-minute park or garden walks โ before homework or study time.
๐ชด 5. Early exposure matters most
Early-life exposure to green environments predicts fewer behavioral problems and stronger cognitive outcomes in preschoolers (Dockx et al., 2022). This means planting a tree, walking to school through a park, or keeping plants on balconies truly adds up over time.
๐ 6. Why every community needs child-friendly green space
Nature isnโt just about individual play. Itโs about public health and equity. Jimenez et al. (2021) showed that green exposure benefits extend across ages and income levels, but access remains unequal. Sprague et al. (2022) emphasize the need for urban planning that brings safe, nearby natural spaces to all children.
Policy note: Greening schools and neighborhoods is one of the simplest, evidence-backed ways to improve childrenโs health worldwide.
๐งพ In a nutshell:
Benefit
Supported by research
What parents can do
Better mental health
Lomax 2024, Tillmann 2018
Outdoor play & family park days
Improved focus / ADHD
Taylor 2009, Donovan 2019
Nature breaks before study
Enhanced cognition
Asta 2021, Saenen 2023
School garden projects
Stronger physical health
Fyfe-Johnson 2021
Active outdoor games
Lifelong resilience
Dockx 2022, Jimenez 2021
Regular green exposure from early years
Each day includes a 10- to 30-minute nature-based micro-activity you can fit into any schedule โ perfect for busy families.
โ Take-home message
Nature is not optional โ itโs foundational for healthy childhood development.
Even small, daily doses of green time yield measurable benefits for mind, body, and mood.
As parents, teachers, and communities, investing in childrenโs connection with nature may be the simplest, most cost-effective public-health strategy available.
โIf we want children to flourish, we must give them time to touch the earth, smell the rain, and watch things grow.โ
References (PubMed/PMC): Fyfe-Johnson AL et al. 2021; Lomax T et al. 2024; Tillmann S et al. 2018; Donovan GH et al. 2019; Taylor AF et al. 2009; Asta F et al. 2021; Saenen ND et al. 2023; Dockx Y et al. 2022; Sprague NL et al. 2022; Jimenez MP et al. 2021.
October means a lot of praying, being grateful for my blessings ,meeting family and friends plus trying new things. That’s why I decided to take a good look at getting my art on products.But before I get into the details I want to share a little backstory of the why behind my print-on-demand adventures.
Key Takeaways
October brings opportunities for gratitude, family, and trying new things, prompting exploration of selling art on products.
Print-on-demand offers a cost-effective way to share and sell art, however, finding the right platform can be challenging.
After testing various platforms, blinkstore.ai shows promise with easy setup and product variety, though functionality can be inconsistent.
The author seeks a print-on-demand site that integrates seamlessly with Amazon and has no upfront costs, hoping for a more user-friendly experience.
As an artist I dream of selling my art prints .But as a very practical person I know that will probably happen only if its in my destiny .Yes I am practical with a very large dollop of hope in me .Now print-on-demand makes art work shareable, wearable, licensible and sellable to the masses without breaking the bank.But setting it up without a system is cause for severe boredom .I often try different store options to see what kind of back end work I have to do, to get things moving .I prefer options which don’t have an upfront cost ,but work on commission basis fora particular volume of sales. Once the stores are making a significant profit, upgrade options, are definitely on the table. If not print-on-demand at Draft2Digital I wouldn’t have my books in print so easily .
When I started blogging I knew only about affiliate income and sponsored posts as sources of supporting blog .That was 2014 and now eleven years later Healthwealthbridge has a whole umbrella of platforms .But passive income needs a lot of active work upfront. Mompreneurship has always been a thing .
I was getting tired of trying out different print on demand plaftorms and after jumping through the hoops realizing it doen’t work out for me .I was searching for the best print-on-demand Store option in India.
I tried Texindiamart .It doesn’t have a store option.
Fizdi is something I am still working out.Its my art shop website which allows custom prints in India.Amazon shop will have a GST thing which would require more hoop jumping
Then I found Qikink and it integrates with Shopify, woo commerce and Amazon. All options I cant afford right now.
Shopify is a store optionย Iย loved .I trued out the free trial, but its just too expensive for me to try now.For a basic plan with a store I will need a minimum of 1499 per month billed annually. That’s 17988 per year I will spend regardless of what I sell. So that option went right out of the window.
Gelato is another international platform with a steep subscription fee.
Amazon Store has a subscription fee after a few months of free ,it requires GST number plus it has no P-O-D option
I also tried Etsy and in India its a scam of zero support and strange charges.
So I was back to square one, when I found blinkstore.ai .
It looks simple to set up ,but adding products is a whole different thing .Luckily I was able to get one design accepted
Best part –
Once the design gets uploaded on one product , blinkit puts it in a range of products from which you can choose which one you want on the store.That way its a collection, without being tedious.Painting is fun .Getting your head around how ai works and why it doesn’t work can be excruciating .
By the way the chatbot on the blinkit site didn’t seem to work.
But saying all that I am still glad I got the store up and running .Now to find out whether it works or not .
What I am trying now is-uploading my designs,getting the products ready according to things I would buy or gift myself .
What I would love:
A print on Demandย site which help you also sell on Amazon effortlessly.No upfront cost ,like a Draft2Digital of Print on Demand. I hope the Universe is listening. Right now Blinkstore is the best Print on Demand Store option in India
News podcasting or real information is hard to get from the oohs and aahs of social media adoration.In the drama of looking intense and trending many fall of the bandwagon.The poster child of that podcasting drama was ” beer biceps who had a good thing going but turned out to be shallower than a tea spoon if water.He wanted to be cool while being intensely privileged or may be he had bad PR people.Theres a thing called editing and some people don’t understand they have a good thing.
Original research & synthesis โ trends, demographics, monetization, tech, future outlook. Includes: creator & listener demographics, categories with strongest earning potential, monetization pathways, technology stack, future trends โ and a curated Top 10 Health podcasts in India (with Feedspot sourcing).
Executive summary
Podcasting is no longer a niche hobby โ itโs mainstream audio entertainment and a maturing creator economy. India is one of the fastest-growing podcast markets globally: recent industry reports estimate over 100 million listeners in India in 2024 with rapid growth projected into 2025โ2030, while international markets (US, China, much of Europe, Latin America) show steady, high-per-capita listenership and more developed monetization ecosystems. This paper compares the two ecosystems, identifies the highest-opportunity categories (including health), and offers tactical advice for creators and organizations aiming to scale.
This brief synthesizes public industry reports (Edison Research / The Infinite Dial, national industry summaries), market forecasts (India market reports), platform/creator resources (Spotify creator materials), and curated podcast directories (Feedspot). For the โTop 10 Health podcasts in Indiaโ list we relied on Feedspotโs curated lists and cross-checked podcast availability on major platforms. Where possible I cite primary industry numbers for the largest claims.
1. Size & growth โ India vs global
India: Market reports and government/industry summaries place India among the worldโs fastest-growing podcast markets โ on the order of 100+ million monthly listeners in 2024 with projections toward much larger user bases as smartphone penetration and vernacular content scale. Indiaโs podcasting market is forecast to grow rapidly in revenue and audience through 2030.
Global: Mature markets (US, parts of Europe) show high per-capita podcast adoption; Edisonโs Infinite Dial continues to record all-time highs in U.S. podcast consumption and monthly reach. Globally, investment in podcast platforms, ad tech, and creator monetization continues to increase, though growth is now more about monetization sophistication than raw listenership.
Takeaway: India = explosive audience growth (especially regional languages); Global = larger ad markets and more mature monetization pathways.
2. Creator & listener demographics
India listeners: skew younger, mobile-first, and regionally diverse. Growth is strongest in tier-2/3 cities and among vernacular audiences; commuting and mobile-only consumption dominate. Reports also show heavy weekly listening in the 18โ34 age bracket.
Global listeners (example: US): tends to skew 25โ44 for heavy podcast listeners, with higher reported household incomes and a larger share of ad-valuable listeners (affluent, educated). Edison Research highlights continued growth across age groups but particularly strong engagement among 25โ34 and 35โ44 segments.
Creators: India sees many independent creators, small audio startups, and radio/YouTube talent repurposing content. Globally, professional networks, established media companies, and well-funded podcast studios still dominate top revenue positions.
Implication: India creators should prioritize mobile distribution, short/episodic formats, and regional languages; international creators can rely more on longer-form shows and diversified revenue from ads and subscriptions.
3. Categories with the most earning potential
Across markets, ad revenue and listener willingness to pay concentrate around a few categories:
High-potential categories (global & India overlap but vary in order):
News & current affairs โ premium ad CPMs in mature markets.
True crime & investigative storytelling โ consistently high audience engagement.
Business & entrepreneurship โ appeals to advertisers targeting professionals.
Comedy & entertainment โ strong download volumes and sponsorship appeal.
Health & wellness / Medical โ growing rapidly (health literacy, preventive care, wellness brands). In India, health podcasts targeted to parents, women, and chronic-condition audiences show good sponsorship fit.
Note: Category value depends on advertiser demand in the market โ e.g., finance and business sell well in high-income markets; consumer brands and edtech are strong sponsors in India.
4. Monetization & earning opportunities
Creators worldwide now use multiple revenue streams โ diversification is key.
Primary monetization models:
Host-read sponsorships / dynamic ad insertion: still largest ad channel in many markets; ad spend continues to grow. (Industry ad revenue projections show rising spend year-on-year.)
Platform/paid subscriptions & bundles: Spotify/Apple/others offer listener subscriptions and โpaid episodesโ programs (premium feeds, memberships). Spotify for Podcasters provides creator tools and case studies for subscription strategies.
Crowdfunding / listener support: Patreon, Buy Me a Coffee, direct website subscriptions โ particularly effective for niche, highly engaged audiences.
Branded content / partnerships: long-form sponsored series, educational partnerships (health providers, pharma with strict compliance), and native content for brands.
Live events, courses, books & IP licensing: monetizing a podcastโs audience into events, consulting, or paid courses is a common revenue multiplier.
Network deals / ad marketplaces: joining a podcast network can unlock programmatic and direct-sell ad opportunities; dedicated monetization platforms are a growing market.
India specifics: CPMs currently lower than the US, but large scale vernacular audiences and niche verticals (health, parenting, regional entertainment) offer strong sponsorship and direct-customer opportunities.
5. Technology & distribution stack (what creators actually use)
A modern podcasting tech stack generally includes:
Remote interview tooling: Zoom, Zencastr, Riverside.fm (video + audio), SquadCast โ important as video-podcast content grows.
Hosting & analytics: Libsyn, Anchor, Podbean, Transistor, or direct hosting with CDN + RSS feed; podcast-specific analytics for downloads, listener geographies, and episode performance.
Distribution platforms: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube (video podcast uploads), and local apps (Gaana, JioSaavn in India). Recent reports show YouTube gaining ground as a major place people listen to podcasts, especially video-first audiences.
Ad tech & monetization tools: dynamic ad insertion platforms, programmatic marketplaces, and Spotify/Apple creator dashboards.
Recommendation: Indian creators should plan for mobile-first audio, repurpose content to short-form video snippets for YouTube/Instagram, and track engagement via host platform analytics.
6. Future trends (next 3โ5 years)
Video-first podcasting continues to rise: YouTube and short-form video snippets will drive discovery and ad dollars.
Regional-language explosion in India: vernacular content will outpace English growth, unlocking advertisers targeting regional audiences.
More sophisticated monetization & bundling: paywalls, publisher bundles, and micropayments will emerge alongside higher-quality branded audio.
Niche + vertical authority wins: smaller shows with deeply engaged audiences (health, parenting, specialist business topics) will command high-value sponsorships even with smaller absolute downloads.
Compliance & content governance in health: medical/health podcasts will face increasing scrutiny about claims; creators should adopt editorial standards and fact-checking to maintain trust.
7. Practical playbook for health podcasters (actionable)
Short, evidence-backed episodes (7โ15 min) work well for busy listeners (esp. parents/professionals).
Cite sources / show notes: include links to studies, guidelines, and disclaimers to build trust.
Leverage multi-platform strategy: audio + YouTube video + social clips + newsletter to capture audience across touchpoints.
Monetize with a blended model: sponsorships + premium episodes (deep dives) + online workshops or mini-courses.
Partner with credible institutions: hospitals, wellness brands, or medical publishers โ but keep transparency in sponsorships.
Measure engagement beyond downloads: CTA clicks, newsletter signups, and time-listened give better monetization signals to sponsors.
Top 10 Health Podcasts in India (curated from Feedspotโs India Health / India Doctor lists)
Below is a practical, listener-friendly top 10 (ordered as per Feedspotโs curated lists and cross-checked across platform listings). This list is intended for readers who want a quick sampler of the health podcast landscape in India.
The Healthy Indian Podcast
Health Wealth
Eat Smart With Avantii
Ctrl Alt Thrive Podcast
Healthcare India
Spread the light with Dr Devika B
Zindagi Matters
Mental Health Musings
The MyndStories Podcast
Healthwealthbridge by Dr. Amrita Basu
Notes: These titles are curated from Feedspotโs โIndia Health Podcastsโ and โIndia Doctor Podcastsโ pages and represent a mix of clinical, wellness, mental health, and parent/child-focused shows. Feedspotโs curation considers factors like engagement, freshness, and influence.
Spotlight โ Healthwealthbridge by Dr. Amrita Basu
Healthwealthbridge (hosted by Dr. Amrita Basu, ENT surgeon) is a bite-sized health & wellness podcast focused on preventive healthcare, wellness, STEAM education, creativity, and financial independence for Indian moms. The show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Feedspot has featured Healthwealthbridge across several of its curated lists (India Doctor Podcasts, India Health Podcasts, Women Health Podcasts), ranking it prominently โ including a #3 placement on Feedspotโs โIndia Doctor Podcastsโ list in the referenced edition โ demonstrating recognition within curated India health/doctor podcast rankings. Creators should use such third-party listings to improve discoverability and outreach to sponsors.
Limitations & notes on the โoriginal researchโ claim
This white paper synthesizes public industry reports and curated directories (Feedspot), plus platform creator resources. I call this original research + synthesis because it compiles disparate primary sources into a compact comparative brief and provides new, actionable recommendations tuned to Indian creators. Where numerical projections are given (market size, listener counts), I cite the original reports and forecasts.
Closing recommendations (for creators, networks, and sponsors)
Creators: prioritize consistent publishing, cross-posting to YouTube, and building a direct relationship with listeners (newsletter, community) to capture higher LTV.
Networks/marketers: invest in regional-language shows and measurement frameworks that go beyond downloads (engagement signals).
Health podcasters specifically: adhere to medical-ethical best practices, include citations in show notes, and pursue brand partnerships in preventive care, maternal & child health, and wellness tech.
I absolutely love crochet.But hand knitting ?It has a life of its own.With the right kind of chunky wool I can do it for hours .
It is meditative,addictive,calming,creative,useful,lovely to make for someone you love.
But it takes up a tremendous amount of space in my wardrobe.
The worst part you can’t enjoy it in the summers of West Bengal .But after gardening,writing, painting ,its hand knitting which has become a friend in my troubled times.
Finding a pattern from a ball of wool is a strange kind of fun.
Wondering whether you will like the finished product is a mystery that must be solved.
Where I run into trouble?
Storing my WI(work in progress)and finished products.
Explaining to my husband why I need wool in the middle of summer.
Explaining to people where I get my granny genes.
Explaining to people when I get time.
What do I use for crochet?
Crochet hooks?
What do I use for hand knitting?
My hands.
Best wool for hand knitting?
The chunky kind.
What can you make with hand knitting?
One of the best parts of hank knitting?
You can just unravel it ,if you don’t like it and start again!
What can you make with crochet or hand knitting?
With hand knitting, you can make a wide variety of practical, decorative, and even wearable items. The beauty of hand knitting is that you can customize size, color, and texture depending on the yarn and stitch patterns. Here are categories of things you can make:
Market Bags / Net Bags โ stretchy and eco-friendly
Laptop Sleeves or Phone Cases โ padded and stylish
Belts, Ties, Suspenders โ unusual but possible
๐ With chunky yarn or even using your hands only (arm knitting), you can make large, trendy blankets, rugs, or oversized scarves in just a few hours.
Resources to learn Hand Knitting/crochet :From beginner to advanced
๐ Books on Hand Knitting
(Most available on Amazon, libraries, or even Internet Archive for free in some editions)
Stitch ‘n Bitch: The Knitterโs Handbook โ Debbie Stoller โ Fun, beginner-friendly guide with illustrations.
Vogueยฎ Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book โ Vogue Knitting Magazine โ Comprehensive reference, techniques, stitch patterns, finishing.
Knitting Without Tears โ Elizabeth Zimmermann โ Classic, empowering book teaching knitting logic and creativity.
The Knitterโs Book of Knowledge โ Debbie Bliss โ Covers techniques, yarn science, and project finishing.
The Principles of Knitting โ June Hemmons Hiatt โ Encyclopedic reference, great for serious knitters.
Big Book of Knitting Stitch Patterns โ Sterling Publishing โ Perfect for experimenting with textures.
Arm Knitting: 30 Home and Fashion Projects for All Ages โ Mary Beth Temple โ For chunky hand/arm knitting without needles.
๐ Websites for Learning Hand Knitting
Ravelry โ The worldโs biggest online knitting community with free + paid patterns.
Knitty โ Online knitting magazine with tutorials, patterns, and tips.
VeryPink Knits โ Video tutorials, patterns, and technique guides.
Purl Soho โ Free patterns, modern knitting projects, and tutorials.
LoveCrafts โ Patterns, yarn shop, and guides for all levels.
AllFreeKnitting โ Free patterns sorted by skill level and project type.
Tip:For patterns and community help, create a free Ravelry account. When following YouTube tutorials, match the yarn weight & needle size mentioned so your gauge matches the teacherโs sample.
๐งถ Hand Knitting Resources โ Learn to Knit
๐ Books
Stitch ‘n Bitch: The Knitterโs Handbook โ Debbie Stoller
Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book โ Vogue Knitting
Knitting Without Tears โ Elizabeth Zimmermann
The Knitterโs Book of Knowledge โ Debbie Bliss
Maa Durga has many names.Durga Pujo is the right time to remember them.Devi pakkho starts from 22nd September 2025.Its also the first day of Navaratri.
Praying to the mother Goddess was and is a part of my Sharadiya plans.Growing up watching Mahishasuramardini on DD early on the morning of Mahalaya was a wonderful way to anticipate the pujo.
Childhood had its problems but it also meant I had Durga pujo to look forward to every year.
So if you are reading this blog ,don’t forget to read my other Durga Puja posts.
Recreation of a work of a master is tough.But Domestika challenged me with an interesting contest and I jumped in!
I recreated Landscape at Vetheuil by Monet .I love the impressionist style of painting Landscapes and I bought the life and work of Monet in June of 2025 to study his work in more detail.But the magic happened when Domestika sent me a email inviting participation in the masters recreation contest.If not for this contest I would never dare to share a recreation of a master like Monet.Even when I painted it and also finished it I didn’t submit it for two months.
(At the time of publishing this post,I still couldn’t submit it ,because I got an unknown error message on the website.Unfortunately Domestika support was not helpful in solving my problem and their Instagram chat response was a bot.But anyways I finished the painting and here it is.)
I felt worried about sharing the finished painting with the world.I love nature and nature are things I constantly paint.I shared the almost completed picture on Instagram and Youtube but didn’t submit on Domestika. I felt like a fraud. Then I read the book War of Art and I knew I just had to finish of a few details and submit it.Getting rid of resistance is more difficult than reinterpreting a master art work!
I used Camel artist watercolour,generic brushes and Posco marker pens . My reference book was the book The Life and Works of Monet.
I sketched the landscape roughly to give a general idea about the landscape.Then I spent a few days ruminating about whether to use watercolor or acrylic.I finally got my watercolor colours and brushes in one places and put in the first wash to have an idea of how to go forward.
Watercolor reinterpretation of an Oil painting
Not only was I trying to recreate an impressionist master,I was also using a different medium.I have never painted with oil paints so there was no chance of doing that.But with Watercolor I knew adding highlights would require something more than just white spaces.I painted the entire picture in about 4 sittings and then I let it pickle. I published a WIP on Instagram and Youtube and let self doubt overcome me.
I used gold acrylic pen to colour a midday sun.White Posco marker for highlights on cloud,trees flowers and black dot pen to add depth to the painting.
