I’ve been in Melbourne for the past week and a half and I’m absolutely loving it!
The purpose of the trip was to spend time with friends (non-sketching friends) and work on a new project – more about this soon!
I’ve managed to do a lot of quick sketching and do a number of versions of my favourite building in Melbourne – Flinders St Station. This visit I’ve sketched it seven times! I’m a little sad that it has been repainted since my last visit (way back in 2016) as I really miss the mustard yellow colour. But I’m still obsessed with sketching it.
I really love sketching in Melbourne. There are so many interesting scenes to sketch both in the city and further afield. And of course the cafe culture in Melbourne means that there is always a good coffee nearby so that I can recharge my batteries and warm up after a lot of sketching out on location. It’s much colder down here!
I’m coming home tomorrow and so my Monthly Digest/Newsletter (which normally goes out at 8pm Sydney time on the first Tuesday of the month) will be delayed by a few days. Details of this new project will be shared in the July edition of my Monthly Digest – sign up here if you don’t already get it.
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Can’t wait!
I can’t wait to launch the new course. It’s been SO much fun to work on!
Ooooh, wonderful! I love all the shades of green that you layered for the dome — so vibrant! 😀 <3
Thanks London!
I miss my hometown (Melbourne) with all my heart. I’ll be going back later this year. I plan on sketching there too! Just need some confidence to be seen drawing in public. ?
Hi Jacqueline – yes Melbourne is very special. Hard to sketch FSS without being surrounded by people 🙂 But they are all so busy taking selfies with FSS in the background that they might not notice you sketching. Hope you do attempt it!!!!
I bet it felt great to be out and doing travel sketches again! Revisiting a much loved building!
Yes Jamie – it felt great. I LOVE Melbourne and sketching FSS. Such a cool city!
I hope this email finds you well. My name is Hannah, and I’m reaching out as a great admirer of your beautiful artwork. Your ability to capture the unique essence of your subjects is truly inspiring, which is why I’m reaching out with a hopeful request.
Would it be possible for you to create a small sketch of the Abbotsford Convent before Christmas? The print would be quite small, around 5×7 or 6×8 inches. I completely understand that this is a big ask on very short notice, and I would not want to impose if it’s not feasible. However, having your interpretation of this beautiful place would be incredibly meaningful.
If this is something you might be able to do, I’d be happy to discuss your availability, process, and any costs involved. Please let me know if you need further details or anything from my end to make this easier.
Thank you so much for considering this. Your time and talent are deeply appreciated.
Warm regards,
Hannah
Hi Hannah, Thanks for your message and thinking of my.
I’m sorry – I’m not able to help you with this request and don’t do any commissioned work these days.
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