Tag Archives: Exaggeration

Dog Watches Man Clean Camper

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Sarah Sullivan

After the six-month trip with an abundance of subjects and scenes to sketch, I am learning to see possibilities for topics in my ordinary life again. The couch, the blinds, the dog, the vet’s office, cleaning the camper, it turns out that … Continue reading →

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At the Vet’s

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Sarah Sullivan

We went to the vet’s and waited a bit after our appointment for Luke’s new meds. I had my small sketchbook along and was able to get a pen and ink sketch of the receptionist going over instructions with another … Continue reading →

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Luke Sunbathes in August Heat Wave

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Sarah Sullivan

It seems very odd to sunbathe in this August heat but our dog Luke seeks out sunlight despite my efforts to keep the blinds closed against it. If he could drive I bet he would take off for dog beach … Continue reading →

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A Model Poses for the Drawing Group

Posted on July 30, 2016 by Sarah Sullivan

This sketch is from a series I did yesterday at a drawing group. I had trouble drawing the model as he was missing many of the usual features that help define people. He was very pale, had a shaven head, small eyes, faint brows, … Continue reading →

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Sunday at Fletcher Cove Park

Posted on July 25, 2016 by Sarah Sullivan

It was wonderful to sketch today with the San Diego Urban Sketchers, especially after two weeks of staying home while repairs were being made to our house. We met at Fletcher Cove Park in Solana Beach with its lively sea and … Continue reading →

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Fixing the Leak

Posted on July 20, 2016 by Sarah Sullivan

Our watering system sprang a big leak, which is not good when water conservation is as important as it is right now in California. It had to be fixed and I got to sketch my favorite home repairman in the … Continue reading →

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Luke Wants In

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Sarah Sullivan

Luke was banished so people could work inside on the bathroom without his supervision, poor Luke! I continued to work on showing light and think the bits on the patio, furniture, and greenery convey midday California light. However, the light … Continue reading →

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