More Drawings in my Art Journal

I had a sudden impulse to draw Rapunzel yesterday. I think she ended up older than in the fairytale, maybe the wicked witch died and the prince wasn't up to her expectations - or couldn't commit, haha. Anyway, she looks happy enough.

Her braid goes off the bottom of the page.

(Click on the drawing to see it larger.)

Here was the initial penciling-in for the second drawing. Yes, I draw it in pencil first -not every detail, but the basic proportions and placement. Then I come in with pen and watercolour and usually more pen over the top.

I am not sure what her story is. I just liked those sleeves, and I have such a thing for red hair. I am pleased with her face.