Bus Portraits

Bus Portraits

My models on the bus were much more cooperative than those on the subway, as they settled in for the ride across the city. I’m often amazed how few people notice me drawing – the man beside me was an exception. He gave me the thumbs up, then motioned to himself,...
Subway Portraits

Subway Portraits

45 minutes on the subway. We all settled in – me with my sketchbook, by son with a book, and my daughter crocheting. In fact we were so settled, we missed our interchange station and as we got off to backtrack saw the other train driving away! I was sad to be late to...
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 flew off. I...
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...