The main purpose of this blog is for Becca (heading to London) to study and myself (staying in New London, MN) to post a drawing a day. In addition, we will also be posting photos of paintings, travels, adventures, friends or other tidbits of info. Since we will be creating our art in two different 'Londons' an ocean away from each other, our blog is titled. . .

'A Drawing a Day, an Ocean Away'

Saturday, January 30, 2010

Bridge in Bath.

This is a bridge I found in Bath.  I just started this yesterday, but it's ink so I'm not sure how much further I can push it.  Plus the paper is already wrinkly.  I might need to find an art store tomorrow.  I got this wood from a lumber store for about $1!  Tomorrow I am going to some open studios at the Florence Studios.  They are in an old church, so it should be really cool to see!

QPR

We went to a futbol game today!  The team was QPR.  We lost, but it was still fun!  This is a quick sketch I made while watching.  They move quick.

Friday, January 29, 2010

Looking Forward to Spring - Coneflower

Hi Becca! Loving seeing all your drawings! My Aunt Esther is staying with us this week so I am busy running, etc., so I won't have as many drawings on this week but will catch up next week. I put a link to your other blog Enormous Vinny on the side panel. I have been enjoying checking that one out every day too.

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Cords 2.

This is what happens in the living room of a flat with five girls using their computers to keep in touch with home...

Cords 1.

I drew this at my internship while I was scanning documents.  At least I accomplished something!

The view from my window at night.

new kicks.

(I came here with dress boots and my stinky running sneaks, so I had to buy a new pair of kicks.)

detail of a hat in front of me (this may have been in class...)

Monday, January 25, 2010

Snapshots from Melvin's Art and Wine Event 2010


Sorry, I wasn't able to get photos of everyone at this event - bad weather sent some artists home early.
Click on the image to see a larger view.

Things Around the House




Friday, January 22, 2010

Stonehenge


This is the water bottle I have been re-using since I got here.  The other is my representation of Stonehenge.  It was kinda rainy, so I did this when we got home.

(we also went to the Roman Baths today, it was really cool!)

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

West Hampstead

Hello!
I will get pictures up as soon as possible.  My camera cord is at my Mom's.  I forgot it... The pictures that Mom saw were of my roommates.  They are on facebook.  I have been doing lots of tourist-y activities, but I started class and work today!  My internship is at a gallery space on the West End of London.  I will be helping with whatever they need for the next three months.  Also, coolest thing--there is a park in the area that has an outdoor gym!  That seems like the greatest invention EVER!  I will get some pictures up soon, but for now sketches will have to do.  Here is a quick sketch I made of the entrance to a church in that neighborhood while I was waiting for my interview.


I LOVE the peacocks!  I wish I could come to that show.

Zinnia Flower

Here is a picture of a drawing that I am in the process of painting for Melvin's Art and Wine Event this weekend. We are having fog with frosty trees here today - love it - it's so pretty! I have to run to St. Cloud to get mat board today and hope to take some pictures.


Monday, January 18, 2010

Peacock


I was asked to paint a peacock watercolor, so I am drawing some of them before choosing which one to paint. I am going to try to get one painted for this weekend's show. Here is my first peacock.

Becca, I love seeing your drawings - your mom said you have some photos of London - if you have time(!?) put some on here. I will take your painting to 'Foot in the Door 4' at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts the beginning of February. Will take pictures for you too.


Rooster

Hi Becca - I'm getting ready for Melvin's Art and Wine Event. Can't seem to stay on task very well.


Friday, January 15, 2010

Chickadees Out My Porch Window


Hi Becca! Hope you're loving London!!!



Thursday, January 14, 2010

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Saturday, January 9, 2010

Tuesday, January 5, 2010

Espresso Coffee Drawing

Hey Becca, I'm finally biting the bullet and posting my first drawing. I have been drawing and drawing and with the pressure of putting it on a blog nothing is turning out! So, here goes! This drawing is in memory of our coffee house working days. David didn't think anyone would know what it was a drawing of... I told him that he just doesn't frequent coffee houses enough.