Marking my time with markers

In the course of the normal ebb and flow of life in the studio, I find my ambition, enthusiasm, and focus are at one of their periodic low points, not unusual after completing a recent large project.  Fortunately I can usually find things to do to prevent complete boredom, desk work, cleaning, organizing files, and other busy work.  Much to my delight I can add small scale drawing to that list.  Working with pencils, pen and ink, and markers requires no prep time, does not require a major time commitment, and provides instant gratification and satisfaction. 

the Yeiser...16x12

  Mother D's...10x5

Plant world...6x8

ADVANCING THE CAUSE

After completing two more small drawings I decided it was time to punch things up a bit, moving to a larger size with a bit more deliberation in the process, hopefully maintaining some, if not all, of the looseness of the smaller pieces. I'm not talking real large, but 9x12 as opposed to 4x6 and 5x7.

Here are the last two drawings...each about 4x6




And here is the larger piece...9x12


I started out with watercolor, added a few lines with the pen, and ended with pastel pencils for highlights and some detail (not sure they can be discerned.)

THE SUMMER HEAT

has been oppressive, and an ac unit low on Freon hasn't helped (it has since been restored), but as you now know, I am a tiger, and refused to be be shut down. Slowed down a bit, but still going, and as proof of that I am posting the latest clay drawings.
Yes, they tend to be getting smaller...but that is only temporary.


Ferrara arches clay drawing aprox. 12x10"


Windows..clay drawing...3x9"


untitled clay drawing...3x3'


ANOTHER ARCH...Clay drawing...1 1/2x4"


5 arches...clay drawing...2x3"


Bologna street..clay drawing...2x8'

MORE FROM THE PLAINS

8x10 watercolor with acrylic detail on 300lb rough arches

I'm pleased with the harmony of the color in this piece, the result of limiting myself to the use of 3 warm, transparent pigments for everything but the trees.