6 August 2021, Somewhere in the Metaverse - UplandDood (@Just1Dood)

One time or another, each of us would have gone through a period where we were passionate about something. Most of us do but maybe not all. I haven't asked everyone on earth so I really couldn't give you an exact answer. But I have spoken with enough people and observed enough to know that we were and/or are passionate about something at one point in our lives.

When I reflect back on my own life, I have gone through periods when I was passionate about something. Let me get this out of the way quickly - study is not one of them! LOL. Hmmm...and working. Hahaha...

Passion #1: Drawing

If you've read my article "You collect, I collect. We all collect.", and your guess is that drawing is one such passion, then, you're absolutely correct.

I discovered young that I have a natural talent for drawing. I started liking to draw around the time when I was 10 to 12 years old. I can't recall but it must have started with coloring pre-printed outlines of cartoons.

Unfortunately, none of these earlier colorings or drawings survived the many house moving we've had since that time. Lost masterpieces. They probably tasted really good to the termites somewhere. If the termites didn't get to them, they are probably worth a lot now. LOL.

In later years, I did revive my love for drawing. Some of these had survived till today I'll post a few images below to show off a little. Don't mind me having a bit of self-indulgence here. :)

I remember locking myself in my room for hours drawing. It was peaceful and I enjoyed the quiet time fully focused on my drawing. I didn't like to be interrupted once I start drawing. Most of the sketches that I did at this time were either comic books or movie-related. I don't remember exactly but each piece might have easily taken hours. Maybe this was a reason why I had taken better care in preserving these drawings.

Passion #2: Scale Modeling

When I was older, I was introduced to the hobby of scale-modeling by my cousin. This was a very addictive hobby. It's another hobby that demands time. It can take up hours and days of my time to complete a project.

Why does it appeal to me? Well, I enjoy the focus required to handle the small pieces. How to cut them, sand them, paint them and weather them. It taught me to research and to look at the details of the real thing and replicate that in the model.

Scale modeling is a hobby that covers many different segments. I had not limited my passion to any particular one. I had tried cars, planes, tanks, and a few other miscellaneous types. But I do have a preference towards Star Wars and Gundams models. Again, due to the fragile nature of these things, many did not survive the numerous house moving. Some, though damage, I'd kept because I'd like it so much. I'll post an image of one below.

Passion #3: Gaming

This was around the time after I'd completed my tertiary education and awaiting to be thrust out into the working world. I'd spend hours in my room playing computer games. I was at it as if that was my full-time job with lots of overtime added. Those were the days.

Some of you may relate. Here are some of the titles that had sucked me into another world - Baldur's Gate, Sim City, Gran Tourismo to name a few.

Nowadays, it's a different kind of game that has gotten me hooked. Games such as Alien Worlds, Upland, and now, Noise.Cash and Read.Cash. The last two, though are not games, feel like one where it's a challenge for me to reach certain goals.

Reviving a Passion: Drawing

This idea has been brewing for a while. An urge to develop my drawing talent. True to a phlegmatic, I'm delaying it by doing more research than needed. I'm planning to develop this talent on a digital platform instead of on pen and paper.

The struggle is using the right digital platform. The research is ongoing but the iPad and/or Apple platform is a strong contender. Yeah, I know analysis paralysis is the order of the day. Do give me your two cents worth then. I welcome your recommendations.

Another reason for the delay is the cost involved to start with these platforms. They are not cheap and I'm a cheapskate. LOL.

Regardless, I will get on it and start sketching again...hopefully soon.

What is your "Passion"? Do share.

Stay safe and see you in the next article.

Sources:

Header: Unsplash.com - Randalyn Hill

All other images are my own

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