Hedera helix , better known as Ivy, weaves and knots its way through the hedgerows. As it twists and turns it embellishes the dark greenery with tiny chandelier globes of yellow and dusty purple.
Traditions and folklores about ivy.
A sprig of ivy brought into the house during winter will keep the evil spirits away. Wearing an ivy wreath on your head will stop you getting drunk, well it's worth a try!
A simple drawing of English Ivy
Video 26 seconds long (fast motion).
The first in a small series of drawings, this is a drawing made with fine liner, oil pastel and watercolours.
Video 16 seconds (fast motion).
Catch my next post to see my work in this series develop.
