Subway Shoe Portraits

Subway Shoe Portraits

I never get as much time as I want on these sketches, as people shuffle around at each stop and sometimes my model decides to get off the train! But what a great way to pass the trip. And a quick sketch of my travel companion! 

Birthday Model

I absolutely love drawing people. My daughter knows this so as a birthday gift she offered to model for me for half an hour. The time flew by and as relaxed as she looked, when her timer went off she bolted up saying, “Can I see your drawing?” Then she...
Birthday Field Sketch

Birthday Field Sketch

While walking, I noticed a group of people in chairs, scattered along the riverside. They were sketching and even before I could see their work, I felt the atmosphere of peace they created. Impressed, I approached one of the girls to ask about the group but she...
Aloe in the Window

Aloe in the Window

  I couldn’t pass this window by. I was working on a much more complicated study of a row of historic buildings, but it was this scene that I passed on my way home that came together. In China, the vast majority of people live in apartment buildings so this...
Whimsical Flowers

Whimsical Flowers

The activities of each day have been dictated by our move, for past weeks. Finally, we’re moved in. And somewhat settled.  This sketch is a deep sigh after a busy time. It was refreshing to sit in the gardens and sketch, even if just for a few minutes, and...