This dormer window looks out into the canopy of the Hawthorne street trees in front of our house. Hawthornes would not be my tree of choice because of their messy berries but they do attract a lot of birds and squirrels, so we have a ready source of entertainment in autumn and winter. Apparently, Hawthornes were popular street trees in the 20’s and 30’s when our neighborhood was built.
I used my new vintage fountain pen, a brush and ink for this, with watercolors for the leaves. I am finding the fountain pen difficult to use, but am not sure if it is the pen or the type of ink I have, or user error. Most likely its the latter! The ink is made by J. Herbin for fountain pens, and is a rich brown color, Lie de The. The ink was fun to paint with, and created interesting undertones as it dried.
This blog is about my journey as a botanical artist--what I am learning, what inspires me and what I am currently drawing or painting. My desire is to continually hone my skills to better express my wonder and gratitude for the beauty of the creation around me in the Pacific Northwest (USA).
So cool that you have a vintage pen! Your page is exquisite, as is that lovely window and its view!!!
Very nicely done! I don’t think it’s cheating. Most times I will draw something and then see if it’s on the list, which is much worse..
very nice drawing! two colors, sometimes less is more.
Beautiful sketch of a beautiful window Janene!
Beaautiful sketch ! The drawing and the colours are so delicate and elegant !
nice blog and beautiful drawings….
Lovely drawing, you really managed to capture the light in it!
It just looks so elegant, and everything about this drawing is just about right! The lighting, the tones, the perspective, the angle, the leaves on the outside, and the statue of the bull well back lit… awesome!
Wow–thank you very much! I am happy that you liked it.
I love this sketch! Wonderful!!
This is beautifully done! Great work with the light – and your coloring is superb!
I agree with all of the above! The colour of the ink has a very special look to it and works so nicely on this lovley image
This is a very lovely sketch. It just draws you in, no pun intended 😉 I especially love the color.
Thanks everybody! I appreciate your kind comments.
You did a splendid job with these. I love the warm color of the ink! nancy
I’m captivated by the play of light and shade on the window and walls! I agree with Nancy – the warm color of the ink is delightful too.