IELTS Speaking Part 1: Drawing questions and answers

I’m quite fond of sketching, actually. It serves as a fantastic creative outlet that helps me de-stress after a long day. I find that focusing on the fine details of a portrait allows me to switch off from my daily responsibilities and just enjoy the process.

It has been a hobby of mine since I was a young child. I remember spending hours at the kitchen table with my charcoal pencils, trying to replicate the landscapes I saw in books. It became a lifelong passion that I still occasionally revisit during my weekends.

To be honest, I don’t pick up a brush as often as I used to. My professional schedule is rather demanding, so I usually only find time to doodle in my notebook during meetings or when I am brainstorming new ideas for work projects.

My preference is definitely for urban sketching, particularly capturing the architectural character of old buildings. There is something incredibly satisfying about translating complex geometric patterns and intricate stone carvings onto a blank sheet of paper using nothing more than a simple graphite pencil.