Last October, I shared a trip back to one of the last places I had drawn before the pandemic began. At the time things seemed to be tentatively moving on from the pandemic, but much seemed still uncertain. A year later I have returned from a trip to New York City, a COVID booster isContinue reading “The Last COVID Walking View”
Category Archives: Urban Sketching
Sketching Expedition: Newport, Oregon
This summer I have been going surfing out at Newport. As a result, I have been doing a lot of sketching in Newport and on the Oregon coast. An aspect of surfing that I have been enjoying is that while you are out in nature you are also close to cities and towns too. AndContinue reading “Sketching Expedition: Newport, Oregon”
The Kubota Mountain Side Garden
Kubota Garden is one of Seattle’s hidden gems. It is tucked away in the far southeast corner of Seattle, so it is not a spot you will find traveling Seattle’s main thoroughfares. It is well worth the drive or bus ride to enjoy this varied garden and its winding paths though. The garden was originallyContinue reading “The Kubota Mountain Side Garden”
Downtown Portland from Mt. Tabor
This month’s drawing is from the top of Mt. Tabor looking over East Portland to Downtown Portland. Mt. Tabor is pretty easy to find as it is one of the highest points in east Portland. Mt. Tabor Park offers spectacular views and plenty of people watching. People come to the park to run and walkContinue reading “Downtown Portland from Mt. Tabor”
Memorial Union East Wing, Oregon State University
It seemed like a perfect time to get in some impromptu drawing at the Oregon State University (OSU) campus with the weather warming and the sun staying out later. After wandering around the campus, I settled on this view of the Memorial Union’s east wing as the rhododendrons were particularly full here. The Memorial UnionContinue reading “Memorial Union East Wing, Oregon State University”
Aladdin Theater, Portland, Oregon
The historic Aladdin Theater is the northern anchor for the Brooklyn neighborhood in Portland, Oregon. It serves as a bright landmark on Powell Boulevard for this quaint neighborhood on Portland’s south side. The Brooklyn Neighborhood is small, but has a vibrant business area and relaxed residential area. This includes several restaurants, the Aladdin Theater, andContinue reading “Aladdin Theater, Portland, Oregon”
Reser Stadium, Oregon State University
Reser Stadium is the home of the Oregon State University (OSU) Beavers football team. It is also the center of the OSU sports complex and a convenient meeting place to explore campus. Activities Reser Stadium sits on the southern edge of the OSU campus. While not centrally located it is close to several sights offContinue reading “Reser Stadium, Oregon State University”
Sketchy Traveler Fall 2021 Sketching Expeditions in Seattle and Portland
In December, I went to Seattle and did some drawing along the way in Portland. This gave me a chance to visit some of my favorite spots in Seattle and explore some new sights in Portland. I also picked up a great book exploring the Portland landmarks featured in Beverley Clearly’s Ramona stories. Clinton Cinema,Continue reading “Sketchy Traveler Fall 2021 Sketching Expeditions in Seattle and Portland”
COVID-19 Walking View: The End?
In February of 2020 I made a drawing trip to the Hollywood District in Portland, Oregon. News of a new virus outbreak in China was spreading, but at the time it seemed like past outbreaks. Little did I know my next trip to Portland would involve face masks, carrying hand sanitizer and wondering where IContinue reading “COVID-19 Walking View: The End?”
Portland International Rose Garden, Gold Medal Garden
The Portland Rose Garden offers a beautiful break from the city. It also has some great views over Portland and is close to several other sights in Washington Park. This and its fee free admission make it a great place to start exploring Washington Park Activities The Portland Rose Garden is in Washington Park aboveContinue reading “Portland International Rose Garden, Gold Medal Garden”
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