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Poinsetta

Posted on November 24, 2015 by Sarah Sullivan

My favorite holiday decoration may be poinsettias. I placed a sprig of one into a vase and spent some time in the last few days sketching it.  I tried a variety of mediums and somehow this bold angular version in markers grabs my eye. I sketched in ink … Continue reading →

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Brophy reflection

Posted on November 21, 2015 by Sarah Sullivan

You might not know that Phoenix has canals full of water and edged by trails that people walk along for exercise and enjoyment. This is a section near Brophy Chapel and this sketch shows its reflection in the Grand Canal just after … Continue reading →

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The living room

Posted on November 20, 2015 by Sarah Sullivan

This is a late evening sketch of a room that was central to our lives for so many years, our family living room. It is not completely put back in order after a party tonight and now all the others are in … Continue reading →

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Reconnecting

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Sarah Sullivan

Reunions mean catching up on all the news in a deep and sincere way by people who care about each other. Improving my skill at telling a story through image is my major goal for this blog and I kept … Continue reading →

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Sister reunion

Posted on November 17, 2015 by Sarah Sullivan

Four of us sisters met up in Phoenix and began talking right away, even though it was late. I thought to convey the closeness of the relationships by showing conversation, placing the figures close together, and using similar colors for … Continue reading →

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The third day of watercolor demonstrations

Posted on November 12, 2015 by Sarah Sullivan

I am very interested in learning and what the body language of learning looks like.  Today was the third and final day of a workshop I have been attending at the San Diego Watercolor Society and a terrific opportunity to … Continue reading →

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November patio

Posted on November 1, 2015 by Sarah Sullivan

I would like to be more adept at capturing landscapes and so am beginning to practice this type of sketch. At the moment I am puzzled by how much detail to draw in clearly and how much to imply. If too much … Continue reading →

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