The Scott Monument in Edinburgh’s city centre, looking splendid as ever in the spring sunshine.
A passing sketch of the stunning Scott Monument for you today. The Victorian Gothic structure stands in Princes Street Gardens as a monument to author Sir Walter Scott.
A statue of the writer and his dog, stands underneath the tower, which is the largest monument for any writer anywhere in the world. Look out for them next time you are in town and climb the 287 steps to the top and you will enjoy an breath taking views of the city.
I sketched this runner on Arthur’s Seat this morning, the park near Holyrood House Palace in Edinburgh.
It was a real speed sketch moment, one I would of once upon a time reached for the camera I now pull out the pad and pen and start scribbling away.
The runner made a great silhouette, racing up the side of the hill then back down again, repeating this an impressive number of times. I think I moved on before he stopped. Although it was nippy in the park when standing still.
The quote is from Steve Prefontaine, an American middle and long-distance runner who competed in the 1972 Olympics.
We are now into the season of big tins of sweeties, but which is your favourite, Rosies, Celebrations or Quality Street?
I asked last night on facebook which I should choose and QS came out on top, thankfully as they are my favourites too. Although with ten days still to go before the big day I’m sure we could get Mrs Sketchers choice of Rosies too 🙂
Now for a Sunday wintry walk in the park to work off those treats!
Monday morning once again and here is a brand new puzzler for you. Can you locate this building and tell me what the name of the business currently using it it?
I have left out the name of the company along the top but will reveal all later. Points are on offer for the hotly contested leader board, so leave you guess below. The rules are simple, each week I sketch a mystery location, all you have to do is tell me where I am. Can you place the sketch?
Answer below and also to keep an eye on the facebook and twitter for clues throughout the day if they are needed. Answers to come by this time tomorrow, if not before. If you would like to donate a prize for the quiz get in touch HERE.
Morning everyone, it’s WhereArtI time, and how well do you know Edinburgh? Can you name this building?
No prize this week but points as always for the hotly contested leader board. The rules are simple, each week I sketch a mystery location within Edinburgh, all you have to do is tell me where I am. Can you place the sketch?
Answer below and also to keep an eye on the facebook and twitter for clues throughout the day if they are needed. Answers to come by this time tomorrow, if not before. If you would like to donate a prize for the quiz get in touch HERE.
This morning the clocks went back in the UK, which pre kids meant an extra hour in bed, post kids means an extra hour playtime 🙂
I used my extra hour this morning for sketching with the kids, here they have a snack on the couch before joining me for drawing at the table. Their beautiful works art are below…
Morning quizers, it’s all to play for on the WhereArtI leader board, eight players tied in second place. Can you pick up some valuable points by telling me this week’s location…
No prize this week, but we aren’t just playing for fun, there are valuable points up for grabs for the first three to correctly name the building I have sketched.
The rules are simple, each week I sketch a mystery location within Edinburgh, all you have to do is tell me where I am. Can you place the sketch?
You can answer below, on facebook or twitter and also to keep an eye on the ES facebook page and twitter for clues throughout the day. Answers to come by this time tomorrow, and if you would like to donate a prize for the quiz get in touch HERE.
Good morning Edinburgh, you may have trouble seeing this building today thanks to the Haar currently in Edinburgh. But does anyone recognise it through the fog?
There is another fabulous prize up for grabs this week with WhereArtI, a decopatch kit from the lovely people at Kiss the Fish Studios. All you have to do to win is be the first to tell me the name of this Edinburgh building I’ve sketched…
The rules are simple, each week I sketch a mystery location within Edinburgh, all you have to do is tell me where I am. Can you place the sketch?
You can answer below, on facebook or twitter and also to keep an eye on the ES facebook page and twitter for clues throughout the day. Answers to come by this time tomorrow, and if you would like to donate a prize for the quiz get in touch HERE.
This morning I stopped on Princes Street to sketch this scene of the colourfully decorated Scottish National Gallery. The sun was strong as I drew, first in pencil then in watercolour, my paint pallet drying in the heat (believe it or not!).
No pens today
The lack of a pen on this sketch is a little unusual for me and I think results in a ghostly image. What do you think?
The pillars of the Scottish National Gallery are covered in bright vivid colours to promote the Peter Doig exhibition currently on inside, and they look fantastic.
For more information on the exhibition click HERE.
Sorry I’m a little late this morning but here is your weekly sketch quiz; WhereArtI. Can you name this Edinburgh building, no clues just now but they will come later if needed.
The rules are simple, each week I sketch a mystery location within Edinburgh, all you have to do is tell me where I am. Can you place the sketch?
You can answer below, on facebook or twitter and also to keep an eye on the ES facebook page and twitter for clues throughout the day. This week the sketch is just for fun, but if you would like to donate a prize for the quiz get in touch HERE.
Answers to come by this time tomorrow, and although for now the quiz is just for fun the first three correct answers will get a mention plus a link from my site for anyone who makes it onto the WhereArtI leader board.
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The Scott Monument in Edinburgh’s city centre, looking splendid as ever in the spring sunshine.
We are now into the season of big tins of sweeties, but which is your favourite, Rosies, Celebrations or Quality Street?
Monday morning once again and here is a brand new puzzler for you. Can you locate this building and tell me what the name of the business currently using it it?
Morning everyone, it’s WhereArtI time, and how well do you know Edinburgh? Can you name this building?
This morning the clocks went back in the UK, which pre kids meant an extra hour in bed, post kids means an extra hour playtime 🙂
Morning quizers, it’s all to play for on the WhereArtI leader board, eight players tied in second place. Can you pick up some valuable points by telling me this week’s location…
This morning I stopped on Princes Street to sketch this scene of the colourfully decorated Scottish National Gallery. The sun was strong as I drew, first in pencil then in watercolour, my paint pallet drying in the heat (believe it or not!).
Sorry I’m a little late this morning but here is your weekly sketch quiz; WhereArtI. Can you name this Edinburgh building, no clues just now but they will come later if needed.