Boxing Day🥊 - Sketch Lxxxvi

Hello friends
Here is new work of art. It's my presentation (my misconception of boxing Day😅)
I thought it was to honour the sport🥊

Here are some facts & fun facts about Boxing Day:

1. Origins of the Name: The term "Boxing Day" is believed to come from the tradition of wealthy households giving boxes of gifts, money, or food to their servants and the poor.

1. Celebrated on December 26: Boxing Day is observed the day after Christmas in several countries, especially those with a British heritage, such as the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

1. Sports Tradition: It's a big day for sports, particularly in the UK, with football (soccer) matches and horse racing events being popular activities.

1. Shopping Frenzy: Similar to Black Friday in the US, Boxing Day is known for massive sales and discounts, making it one of the busiest shopping days of the year.

1. Public Holiday: In many countries, Boxing Day is a public holiday, giving people an extra day off to relax or spend with family.

1. Caroling Connection: In some traditions, it was a day when people went caroling and collected money for the less fortunate in boxes, hence the name.

1. Different Names: In South Africa, it’s called the Day of Goodwill, and in Ireland, it’s known as St. Stephen’s Day, honoring the first Christian martyr.

1. Charitable Spirit: The holiday has long been associated with giving back, whether through donations or volunteering.

1. Hunting Tradition: Historically, it was also a day for fox hunting in the UK, although this practice has largely been replaced by other outdoor activities.

1. International Variations: While it’s a big day in Commonwealth nations, other countries like the US do not typically observe Boxing Day.

I drew this using pencil, colour ballpoint pens on paper

Below are the progress shots

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