East Capitol Hill residence
One of my sons and his wife just bought an East Capitol Hill row house and this weekend all 4 parents joined them for a marathon painting session. Although I travel to Washington DC on business at least yearly, I wasn't familiar with these charming rowhouses and immediately wanted to do a quick sketch. I did take a break from taping walls Saturday afternoon and here is both my sketch and a photo of me sketching while sitting on a brick ledge (ouch!) which my son took from an upstairs window. This sketch was done in my 5 1/2 by 8 1/2" sketchbook so I don't have many architectural details. However, I did more sketches of individual details over the rest of the weekend - and hope to do many more sketches when they finally move in.
Comments
The house looks wonderful. I really love the way the row house/brown stone look. New Orleans, DC, New York, San Francisco, Charleston...some of my favorite cities for architecture. I would love to sit and draw with y'all. :-)
Posted by: Rissa | May 30, 2006 7:53 PM
BEAUTIFUL home and beautifully rendered, Shirley!!
Posted by: Lin | May 30, 2006 8:22 PM
Pretty darn nice!
congratulations on the drawing and the new home.
Posted by: Lydia Velarde | May 30, 2006 8:54 PM
what a gorgeous house full of character - happy house warming to them!
great illustration!
you look so cute sitting there sketching away!
Posted by: Anastasia | May 30, 2006 9:33 PM
It's beautifully done, Shirley - maybe your son could use it for a house warming party invitation or new home Christmas card or similar.
Posted by: alison | May 30, 2006 10:33 PM
Wonderful sketch of a true jewel! Love your photo, as well.
Posted by: Sioux | May 30, 2006 11:06 PM
I havent had time to look at your stuff before, I love it. The row house looks charming and your sketch pretty terrific. Also love the Off to London one, Penny in Victor Harbor South Australia
Posted by: Penny | May 30, 2006 11:21 PM
Wonderful drawing (looks like you had loads of fun!)What a wonderful subject to draw too, I love this type of building.
Posted by: Felicity | May 31, 2006 3:10 AM
Beautiful house and a beautiful sketch. Great job! Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Deborah Lowe | May 31, 2006 7:27 PM
Wow! I love this drawing! You´ve really caught the essence of that nice house! Lovely photo too.
Posted by: Nina | June 1, 2006 4:54 PM