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The WhereArtI Quiz, 7th July

WAI070714WhereArtI time and as it’s the first one of July I could be sketching anywhere in Scotland. Do you recognise this scribbly sketch?

 

There are leader board points on offer for the first three correct answers, and keep an eye on the facebook and twitter throughout the day for clues if they are needed. Answers to come later in the week.

 

If you would like to donate a prize for the quiz or indeed feature in the quiz, then get in touch HERE.

 

Also remember to buy a copy of the Edinburgh Evening News and play along in the print version of WhereArtI too. You could win a crate of beer!

 

A cycle and a sketch in Edinburgh city

Bike_CloseUpShowcasing my EdinburghSketcher merchandise across the city on two wheels.

Today I was delivering merchandise to a few shops, Concrete Wardrobe on Broughton Street, ICE retail in the St James Centre and Looking Glass Books in Quartermile near the Meadows.

 

I find the best way to speed around the town centre is on two wheels, so I loaded up the panniers and took the racer into Edinburgh. After climbing from the coast to George Street I needed a wee break, so I sat in the sunshine outside the coffee bar in St Andrews Square.

 

One Americano later and I had sketched this pen and watercolour drawing of my workhorse.

The WhereArtI Quiz, 16th June

WAI_160614_1Morning Edinburgh, and what a beautiful day it. If in town today lookout for this wee fella in the buggy!! Can you name the street he lives on?

 

There are leader board points on offer for the first three correct answers. Keep an eye on the facebook and twitter throughout the day for clues if they are needed. Answers to come later in the week.

 

If you would like to donate a prize for the quiz or indeed feature in the quiz, then get in touch HERE.

Valentino Rossi commission

RossiSketch_ColourValentino Rossi, one of the most successful motorcycle racers of all time is the subject of this recent EdinburghSketcher commission.

 

Good morning. Last night I showed you a close up of this sketch and asked if you knew who it was. Here is the full version. I love the cross-hatch shading, I find it very therapeutic and relaxing. I used ot doodle a lot and shade shapes, a cube, pyramid and sphere. I never knew the practice would one day make me a few quid 🙂

 

If you would like a commission created then prices start at just £48, drop me an email for more information contact@www.edinburghsketcher.com

 

The sketch is in black ink with a water colour wash. The black only version is seen below, I can’t decide which I prefer.

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The Valentino Rossi official website

 

The WhereArtI Quiz, 2nd June

WAI_020614It’s June already, can you believe it? And as it is the first WhereArtI of the month I could be sketching anywhere in Scotland. 

 

A pencil sketch for you this week, I wonder if anyone recognises this scene from the West…

 

There are leader board points on offer for the first three correct answers. Keep an eye on the facebook and twitter throughout the day for clues if they are needed. Answers to come later in the week. If you would like to donate a prize for the quiz or indeed feature in the quiz, then get in touch HERE.

The WhereArtI Quiz, 28th April

WhereArtI_280414WhereArtI Monday folks. Can any one tell me where I was sketching this week?

 

No clues just yet but I’ll back later if you are having trouble.

 

There are leader board points on offer for the first three correct answers. Keep an eye on the facebook and twitter throughout the day for clues if they are needed. Answers to come later in the week. If you would like to donate a prize for the quiz or indeed feature in the quiz, then get in touch HERE.

The WhereArtI Quiz, 21st April

WAI_210414WhereArtI Monday and I hope you are enjoying your Bank holiday. Can any one tell me where I have been sketching this week?

 

No clues just yet but I’ll back later if you are having trouble.

 

There are leader board points on offer for the first three correct answers. Keep an eye on the facebook and twitter throughout the day for clues if they are needed. Answers to come later in the week. If you would like to donate a prize for the quiz or indeed feature in the quiz, then get in touch HERE.

The WhereArtI Quiz, 7th April

WAI_070414WhereArtI time folks and as it is the first Monday of the month, the answer could be anywhere in Scotland. Can you tell me where I’ve been sketching?

No clues just yet but I’ll back later if you are having trouble. Have a great Monday 🙂

There are leader board points on offer for the first three correct answers. Keep an eye on the facebook and twitter throughout the day for clues if they are needed. Answers to come later in the week. If you would like to donate a prize for the quiz get in touch HERE.

Added colour to a walk in the Meadows

WalkMeadowsA quick sketch from Edinburgh’s city centre green space with added digital colour.

 

I had a lovely if chilly walk through the Meadows park today on the South side of Edinburgh. Long tree lined walkways criss cross the city centre green space. It’s a great place to idly wander in the peace and quiet.

Just remember to stick to the pedestrian side of the main North/South thoroughfare through the park, a near collision from one of the cyclists on the other side soon woke me from my daydream!!

The WhereArtI quiz, 31st March

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WhereArtI time once again sketch fans. Let’s see if you recognise this Edinburgh scene. 

No clues just yet but I’ll back later if you are having trouble. Have a great Monday, Edinburgh 🙂

There are leader board points on offer for the first three correct answers. Keep an eye on the facebook and twitter throughout the day for clues if they are needed. Answers to come later in the week. If you would like to donate a prize for the quiz get in touch HERE.