Big Ben Studies
I recycled an old book on Elizabeth I, encorporating many kinds of watercolor paper for experimentation. Since we returned from our last visit to London, I periodically play with the image of Big Ben from countless photos I took during our visits and use this recycled book.
Big Ben, even just a silhouette, is as much an iconic symbol for London as the Empire State Building is for New York. I posted Big Ben #1 on May 24th. Here are Big Ben monthly entries #2-5 from my Elizabeth I book. I'm curious how far I can take this - since I'm not someone who has even been able to work in a series.
Comments
I especially love the background in the bottom clock tower. I've had no response from Michael about the EDM superblog, despite repeated tries.
Posted by: alison | September 5, 2007 6:28 AM
Oh the 3rd is fabulous!!!! I love the technique, the colors, the simplicity....frame it! I ca't believe I'll be in London in another month!!! Nero cafe right? I must have my coffee! We are a few minutes walk from Victoria Station at a B&B. I'm starting to get a bit frazzled about what to fit into 4 days in London!!! Any 'must do's' ????
Posted by: mARTa | September 5, 2007 10:23 PM
I just adore this lovely loose sketch with the top of the tower poking through your casually squared off area of fresh colour. Bravo!
Posted by: Susan | September 24, 2007 9:03 AM