So many people think that to sketch architecture you have to be precise. I don’t believe that’s the case, but it is important to have an understanding of volumes, structure, details and perspective. And I think that the best buildings to sketch are those with simple volumes, a clear structure and some fun details. One...
CONTINUE READINGI thought I’d finished my Europe19 articles, but no! I still have to report on what it’s like being back home and how I’ve coped with it. You can read some initial thoughts in this earlier article but today I want to look at my sketching! In summary: I haven’t gotten back to a good...
CONTINUE READINGAs I mentioned last week, I have added Daniel Smith Lavender to my palette for a bit of fun. I doubt this is a permanent change but it’s just a way to shake things up. In the last number of months, I keep hearing people talk about this colour so I thought I should have...
CONTINUE READINGIt’s time to finally wrap up my articles from this year’s massive 14 week trip in Europe (Italy, Scotland, France, Spain and the Netherlands). And to continue a tradition, it’s time to share a few reflections from my time away. I’ve been back for just over two weeks, so in some ways my trip is...
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