Bill

1. I felt somewhat comfortable drawing from the photo, much more so than if it was in the field! Being new to drawing and journaling there are many challenges. Finding a comfortable level of detail for the drawing is something that I struggled with a bit. 2. Yes. Lots of interesting details on the branch as well as the bird. It could make a difference, but it depends on the goal of the drawing. Quick sketches to record something can capture an observation without a lot of detail, but drawing a still object up close allows a lot more detail if desired.