This week I sketched a few times on location. Some were planned visits ans sketches and others were just making the most of an opportunity to sketch. I always carry my sketchkit with me and it is so lovely to return to normal.

The planned visit was sketching In the audience at a friends Masters graduation ceremony, which was delayed since December 2020. We had front-row seats and a clear view of the stage. However, it did mean that I could not sketch “the backs of heads of people as I usually do at large events. I am still getting back into the rhythm of sketching on location and felt as though my colours were heavy handed. There was so much black!

I also filled in a bit of time beforehand sketching the magnificent Royal Exhibition Building where the ceremony was held.

Once or twice during the week I caught a few trams and sketched .

And then there was an unexpected wait at the bank. I was lucky to have a seat. I put some quick lines down starting with the person on the left. My wait got longer and so I started on the next couple. I was beginning to add detail when they left and it was my turn. I am always happy when I start a sketch and get to the stage when if they leave, I am ok with it, but if I get the opportunity to add more details, or continue across the page I will. The sketch can grow organically. At any moment it is a capture of the event.

I wonder what next week will bring ?