In this drawing, Taz sits on a bench in Newtown, rendered with grounded realism through graphite, charcoal, and conté. Edward focuses on the textures of her clothing to give the figure a vivid, lifelike presence. The sketchbook she holds becomes the quiet centre of the work. After trying small drawings that felt out of place, Edward chose to leave the page blank—an open space that invites the viewer to imagine what she might create. This empty page also reflects his own questions about purpose and direction in his practice. The portrait ultimately stands as a simple, honest moment, trusting that meaning will reveal itself in time.
