I’m sort of embarrassed, but after taking Spanish since the sixth grade I have finally learned how to say “fine arts.” Whenever people asked what my major was, I’ve always said “arte” or “arte del estudio” (a phrase I sort of made up that I hoped translated to “studio art”). Turns out, the proper term is “bellas artes.” Good to know…. Well, I’ve promised some sketches, so here is the first bunch. Now I’m cooking up some ideas/plans for a larger watercolor painting or two!
Self-Explanitory. Graphite.
Same image (drawn over 2 pages) continued…
Statue near the university. Ink.
Messi the cat. Graphite.
Catedral de Toledo. Ballpoint pen.
Figure from the Catedral de Toledo. Graphite.
And here are two of my favorite works from the streets of Madrid and Toledo!
Enjoyed the variety of art and photos, especially the Catedral sketch and the sketch of the figure (conquistador?) near the Catedral. Look forward to seeing more of Spain through your eyes and your art.
Good lesson about translation, too, and the power of studying abroad.
Your art is so superb! Seriously beautiful. Keep sharing–you’re making me oh so nostalgic for the day’s I visited Granada and toured around Spain.
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