Leslie's Drawing A Day

Fisherman

2012-01-27T14:00:00.000-08:00

Fisherman

I found this fishing boat off the coast in County Mayo, near Belderrig, using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x15.2cm.

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Peat

2012-01-21T15:10:00.000-08:00

Peat

I found this field of cut peat near Shrubbywood in County West Meath, Ireland, using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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One sheep, two sheep, red sheep, blue sheep

2012-01-19T11:51:00.000-08:00

One sheep, two sheep, red sheep, blue sheep

The title is a thinly veiled reference to the Dr. Seuss book, "One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish".

I know the red and blue dye on the sheep have various meanings... ownership, innoculation, breeding condition...
I found this one, and quite a few others, roadside, near Belderrig, County Mayo, Ireland.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Summit

2012-01-12T16:34:00.000-08:00

Summit

Bill Guffey's Virtual Paintout is visiting Summit County, Colorado this month.

I found this scene using Google Maps Street View...where else?...at the summit of Dercum Mountain near Keystone, Colorado.

I learned something new about Google Maps Street View this month. In addition to providing views of streets of the world, it 'street views' ski slopes!

What will they think of next? Tours of world famous Art Galleries?

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Main Street Doon

2012-01-10T13:06:00.000-08:00

Main Street Doon

Loved this when I saw it on Google Maps Street View.

Doon, County Limerick, Ireland, has a captivating magic about it that made me linger. I found a number of things to draw.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Jed

2012-01-08T09:42:00.000-08:00

Jed

Handsome Jed!

A friend and fellow blogger commissioned me to draw her dog, Jed. Thanks so much for the commission! It was a pleasure to do.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures 8" x 10", or 20cm x 25cm.

Mandy

2011-12-27T07:54:00.000-08:00

Mandy

Now that all the presents are unwrapped, I can post this drawing!

This is Mandy, my dog Deuce's girlfriend.

I gave this drawing to a friend as a birthday present. Deuce approves.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 7" x 9", or about 18cm x 23cm.

I do pet portraits. Feel free to contact me at leslie at lesliehawes dot com.

Glædelig Jul

2011-12-21T07:29:00.000-08:00

Glædelig Jul !

I travelled north to Vasterbotten County, Sweden, using Google Maps Street View, to find snow for my Christmas Card for you!

Everyone have a safe and cozy holiday, and I'll be back again in the new year!

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Senhora da Saude

2011-12-17T10:30:00.000-08:00

Senhora da Saude

Many months ago, I received an address to search with Google Street View, in Minas Gerais, Brazil, from Murilo Romeiro.
I have had this scene waiting on the drawing board all that time!
Murilo...I finally did a drawing from São João del Rei !

I am always fascinated when I find people on the street, and they are unaware of the Google Car driving past. It is candid street photography like no other.
These women had to be drawn! The expressive hands...the plastic bag wrapped aound a wrist...the dress...the cooking pot...

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Javelina

2011-12-10T10:34:00.000-08:00

Javelina

I thought it might be nice to do something with the tons of javelina photos that I have taken over the years.

Javelina, or collared peccary, are part of the Tayassuidae family, and though they appear to be similar, they are not wild pigs.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Friends

2011-12-03T14:43:00.000-08:00

Friends

After making "Friends" a first time for the Sketchbook Project 2012, I had to do another just for me.

I am quite taken with the scene that I found in Ireland, using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

I haven't yet decided if I am going to keep this for myself, but if you're quick, you can steal it away from me using Pay Pal.
Click the button below...

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Friends

2011-11-24T10:50:00.000-08:00

Friends

It was by chance that I found this scene. One click in either direction and I would have missed it.

The steep hill did not seem to interrupt the deep conversation between these two.

This is the last drawing for my Sketchbook Project 2012 sketchbook. I will spray fix the last few drawings, pack it up, and ship it off to Brooklyn.

I hope that my sketchbook, "Travel With Me to Ireland" gets checked out of the Brooklyn Art Library many times.
It has been fun to make. I will miss it.

I like this scene well enough that I intend to draw another, and offer it for sale on this blog. Or maybe I'll keep it...

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6" or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Terrier Chase

2011-11-10T10:57:00.000-08:00

Terrier Chase

I found these two roadside, waiting for the Google Car to pass, just north of Reenavanna West, County Limerick, Ireland.

When I find a scene of interest, I 'click' along the white arrows on the road, and view the scene in both directions, to see if I can find a more interesting view.
In this case, I had a hilarious series of views of this little tenacious terrier giving chase to the Google Camera Car.

If you open this link to Street View, it shows the dogs and person just after the Google car has driven by.
Click the white arrow on the street that points toward you, and keep clicking to watch the terrier give chase.
(kinda like looking out the back window of the car as it drives on)

So cute! So Terrier!

Another drawing for my Sketchbook Project 2011, "Travel With Me to Ireland", and for my Drawing A Day project.
Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6" or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Bin Man

2011-11-07T13:56:00.000-08:00

Bin Man

One of the things I like about Google Maps Street View is the ability to find candid bits of reality to draw.
I couldn't resist this bin man.

I found him hard at work in Doon, County Limerick, Ireland.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Done as part of my Sketchbook Project 2011, and as another drawing for my Drawing A Day project.

Ginoux

2011-11-05T08:45:00.000-07:00

Ginoux

This woman paused on a street in Arles, France, to allow the Google Maps Street View car to drive past.

When I saw her, she put me in mind of van Gogh's painting of Madame Ginoux, "LArlesienne With Books", my favorite van Gogh painting.

The contrast of the black against the colorful wall was all it took to make her my subject.

Another drawing for the Virtual Paintout, visiting Arles, France, this month.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6" or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Poplar

2011-11-04T15:48:00.000-07:00

Poplar

This month, the Virtual Paintout is in the town of Arles, France.
Vincent van Gogh spent his last years living and painting in Arles.

This drawing is a nod to van Gogh's poplars and bright colors, with a few black birds for measure.

I found this scene using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6" or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Youghal

2011-11-03T12:42:00.000-07:00

Youghal

A quintessential street in an Irish town.

This scene was found using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures about 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

It is part of my Sketchbook Project 2012, and another drawing for my personal Drawing A Day Project.

On the Strand

2011-10-27T13:13:00.000-07:00

On the Strand

By the sea, in Youghal, County Cork, Ireland.

Found with Google Maps Street View, and drawn for the Sketchbook Project 2012.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil on pastel paper, this drawing measures 4' x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Cromhill

2011-10-11T09:05:00.000-07:00

Cromhill

I found this scene near Cromhill, County Tipperary, Ireland, using Google Maps Street View.
I like the colors and the shapes.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.
it is part of my Drawing A Day project, and is part of the ArtHouse Co-Op Sketchbook Project 2012.

My theme for the Sketchbook Project 2012 is "Travel With Me To Ireland". I am using Google Maps Street View to find all my subjects for the sketchbook.

Dun Bleisce

2011-10-09T09:19:00.000-07:00

Dun Bleisce

Dun Bleisce is the traditional name for the town of Doon, County Limerick, Ireland.
I found this scene with Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.
It is done as part of my Sketchbook Project 2012, with the theme, "Travel With Me To Ireland".

It is also a drawing for my Drawing A Day project.

Commonaline

2011-10-08T08:49:00.000-07:00

Commonaline

Commonaline in County Tipperary, Ireland. I found this scene using Google Maps Street View.

I chose to push the color a bit, and gave green Ireland some pink and some purple.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

A drawing for the Sketchbook Project 2012, a project of the ArtHouse Co-Op in Brooklyn, New York.

My theme is "Travel With Me to Ireland".

This drawing is also part of my personal Drawing A Day project.

Clooncallis

2011-10-04T11:07:00.000-07:00

Clooncallis

A beautiful bovine posing as if ready for judging at the Faire.

Near Clooncallis, County Galway, Ireland.

Another drawing for the Sketchbook Project 2012.

My theme is Travel with Me. I elaborated and made the theme, Travel With Me to Ireland.

I use Google Maps Street View to find my subjects to draw.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, drawn on dark brown pastel paper, this drawing measures about 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Sketchbook Project 2012 Cover

2011-09-29T15:32:00.000-07:00

Sketchbook Project 2012 Cover

I am calling the cover for my Sketchbook "finished".

I became sidetracked and the cover has been a "work in progress" without the "progress" part for some time.

I did some more work on it, spray fixed it, and called it done!

Now if Google Street View could work out that one little glitch that is preventing me from finding more scenes to draw...

Marie Laveau's

2011-09-20T14:16:00.000-07:00

Marie Laveau's

The Virtual Paintout is in New Orleans this month using Google Maps Street View to find things to draw or paint.

I found this doorway to Marie Laveau's House of Voodoo.

Sufficiently mysterious.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6" or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Lost Pines

2011-09-16T14:25:00.000-07:00

Lost Pines
I lived in Bastrop, Texas for a number of years. Bastrop has recently suffered devastating fires, with almost a thousand homes burned completely. I am stunned by the overwhelming loss that so many are living with right now.
This drawing, "Lost Pines" was done when I lived in Bastrop, and was a tribute to the beautiful loblolly pine trees.
I have been spending all of my computer and drawing time since September 6th trying to reconnect people with their pets that were lost and injured during the fire. There have been some happy reunions.
I am sad beyond words for my artist friends Jo Castillo and Jeff Snyder whose houses are gone.

WIP Sketchbook Project 2011 Cover

2011-09-06T15:51:00.000-07:00

Work In Progress
Sketchbook Project 2011 Cover

I never suspected that the proverbial 'luck of the Irish' would allow me to find a jaunting car while searching around Ireland using Google Maps Street View.

But it did.

A work in progress of my cover for the Sketchbook Project 2011.

Sketchbook Project Cover WIP

2011-09-02T13:45:00.000-07:00

Sketchbook Project Cover WIP

I'm not doing 'nothing'...I'm doing 'something', s..l..o..w..l..y

I'm working on the cover for the sketchbook, and thought I'd show the work in progress.

Bacchus

2011-08-28T17:23:00.000-07:00

Bacchus

I was taken with this man working outside a pub in Kinsale, County Cork.

Kinsale seems to be an intriguing place.

Drawn with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this addition to my Sketchbook Project 2012 measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Rook

2011-08-27T10:04:00.000-07:00

Rook

This drawing is done for the Sketchbook Project 2012. My theme for the sketchbook is "Travel With Me", and I have made that theme into "Travel With Me To Ireland".

All of the images in the sketchbook are found using Google Maps Street View.
I found this scene in Ballymackean, County Cork.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Carlow Collie

2011-08-24T14:06:00.000-07:00

Carlow Collie

I could easily fill my entire Sketchbook with collies!
Everywhere I go in Ireland, using Google Maps Street View, there is a dog giving the "collie eye" to the Google Camera Car.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

It is done as part of my Sketchbook 2012 Project. My theme for the Sketchbook 2012 Project is "Travel With Me To Ireland".
And this is another drawing for my Drawing A Day project.

Sheep in the Road

2011-08-20T08:46:00.000-07:00

Sheep in the Road

Sheep don't seem to like being on the other side of the fence.
Found this one in County Galway, near Cloonahinch.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Done for the Sketchbook Project 2012 and for my Drawing A Day project.

Cider

2011-08-18T15:25:00.000-07:00

Cider

My third drawing for my Sketchbook Project 2012, themed,"Travel With Me To Ireland", is titled, "Cider".

Cider is a traditional beverage in Ireland, and I found quite a few apple orchards while looking around Ireland with Google Maps Street View, this one near Derrycoose, County Armagh.

Slainte!

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Banagher Mare

2011-08-16T10:59:00.000-07:00

Banagher Mare
This mare seems to be proud of her colt.
I found them in County Offaly, Ireland, outside the town of Banagher, using Google Maps Street View.

This drawing is one for my Sketchbook Project 2012, my theme, "Travel With Me to Ireland".

It is also part of my Drawing A Day project.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, the drawing measures about 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Ballybeg

2011-08-13T08:01:00.000-07:00

Ballybeg
I found this place in County Carlow, Ireland, on a road running south from Ballybeg Cross.

Well, I've done it again, and signed up to do the Sketchbook Project 2012.
My theme this year is "Travel With Me".

I am going to use Google Maps Street View (who knew?) and am going to do only drawings of Ireland, and modify my theme to "Travel With Me To Ireland".

This is the first drawing in the Sketchbook. Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils on dark brown colored pastel paper, the drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Fairbanks

2011-08-07T11:16:00.000-07:00

Fairbanks
Bill Guffey's The Virtual Paintout is visiting Fairbanks, Alaska this month.

I found this cabin using Google Maps Street View, and thought it represented the spirit of Fairbanks.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Atrevido

2011-08-04T11:35:00.000-07:00

Atrevido

I found these "adorable" children on a Brazilian street using Google Maps Street View.

When it comes to their "adorableness", looks can be deceiving!

If you click on this link, you will see what they really look like.

I think this is hilarious!

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Guitarra

2011-07-31T14:07:00.000-07:00

Guitarra
When I saw this guitar player sitting in the shade of a Brazilian street in Belo Horizonte, it put me in mind of Paul Gaugin's "Guitar Player".

Found using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Girl Scout House

2011-07-29T15:07:00.000-07:00

Girl Scout House
On the Lincoln Highway in Rahway, New Jersey, is this building that I know as "the Girl Scout House". At one point in its long history, the place housed the local Girl Scouts meetings.
Today it is known by its original name, the Merchants And Drovers Tavern Museum.
I knew it to be one of the oldest buildings in my hometown, and I have a deep love and respect for this building and its history.

I found this lovely Google Maps Street View image of the building, with the early morning sun touching the upper stories.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm

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Draw Paint

2011-07-26T07:53:00.000-07:00

Draw Paint
Barb Benik's Studio Atelier is an artist's challenge blog. This month's photo reference is of this great paint horse.

Drawing horses was my primary occupation as a child artist, and that enjoyment has never disappeared!

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm

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Kornmark

2011-07-15T08:31:00.000-07:00

Kornmark
With the help of Google Maps Street View, I found this scene.
With the help of Google Translate, I discovered that 'cornfield' in Danish is 'kornmark'.
Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Luzy

2011-07-11T10:18:00.000-07:00

Luzy
I found this scene in Luzy, France, using Google Maps Street View.

As the Street View Camera Car travels and records the countryside, the scene will sometimes shift from winter to summer and back again. I find it fascinating to view a place this way, in different seasons.
France always proves to be a wonderful place for me to locate subjects to draw. The overcast winter light, as in this scene, creates subdued colors to draw. Bright summer light makes dramatic contrasting shadows and shapes.

Done with Derwent Artists colred pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Here is a link to Leslie's Art Blog, and the step by step process for making this drawing, "Luzy".

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Jersey Girl

2011-07-06T14:12:00.000-07:00

Jersey Girl
The Virtual Paintout is visiting the island of Jersey this month.
Located off the coast of France, this island is the home to the most lovely of cows, the Jersey.
Here she is, in situ. La Route des Hetres, Saint Peter.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Click here to link to the step by step drawing process of "Jersey Girl".

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Cajon

2011-06-26T09:42:00.000-07:00

Cajon
Surprising and dramatic, this is the Sonoran Desert.
I found this landscape near Cajon, Sonora, Mexico, using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Daybreak

2011-06-21T12:50:00.000-07:00

Daybreak
Morning in the Sonoran Desert of Mexico.

Found with Google Maps Street View.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Cozon

2011-06-19T14:46:00.000-07:00

Cozon
Desert light just before sunrise.

Found with Google Maps Street View, near Cozon, Sonora, Mexico.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2 cm.

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Helette

2011-06-18T12:07:00.000-07:00

Helette
A scene found with Google Maps Street View, near Helette, France.
Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Ballance

2011-06-15T09:47:00.000-07:00

Ballance
The Virtual Paintout is visiting New Zealand this month.

On my travels around the North Island, I experienced areas of morning fog, and thought I'd try drawing a bit of it.

I found this scene on Ballance Valley Road.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Errarooey More

2011-06-13T11:35:00.000-07:00

Errarooey More
I found this spot on the northern coast of Ireland.

I used Google Maps Street View, and Derwent Artists colored pencil, to make this drawing. It measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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"It's Just a Spring Clean for the May Queen"

2011-06-08T10:17:00.000-07:00

"It's Just a Spring Clean for the May Queen"

I felt a familiarity to this scene of fields and hedgerows on Kinawley Road, near Rossdanean, Ireland.
I would hum Led Zeppelin if I walked up this lane.

Found with Google Maps Street View, and done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Balrath Fore By

2011-06-04T09:03:00.000-07:00

Balrath Fore By
I found this scene near Balrath, Ireland, using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x15.2cm.

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Gran

2011-06-01T10:26:00.000-07:00

Gran
I suspect that this lovely woman in her long coat and sensible shoes might be someone's 'Gran'.
I discovered her on Main Street in Newbridge, Ireland, using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Kilcormac

2011-05-28T10:10:00.000-07:00

Kilcormac
I found this doorway on Main Street in Kilcormac, Ireland, using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Ballyboy

2011-05-26T10:39:00.000-07:00

Ballyboy
I found this quintessential icon in Ballyboy, Ireland, using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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the wind cries mary

2011-05-21T18:25:00.000-07:00

the wind cries mary

"...a broom is drearily sweeping up the pieces of yesterday's life...somewhere a queen is weeping...somewhere a king has no wife." ~Jimi Hendrix

Found with Google Maps Street View.

This drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm, and is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil.

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Puesto "Elian"

2011-05-20T06:58:00.000-07:00

Puesto "Elian"
I found this scene cruising the Heroica Nogales side of the wall using Google Maps Street View.

The Vietnam era war surplus corrugated sheetmetal wall, that was originally used for helicopter landing pads, will begin to be replaced with 'modern' materials.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Nogales

2011-05-13T16:57:00.000-07:00

Nogales
There is a wall between Nogales and Heroica Nogales.
It is a crime to draw on one side of the wall, but not on the other.

The wall is made of Vietnam era corrugated sheetmetal that was used as helicopter landing pads.

I found this colorful scene using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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grand père

2011-05-07T13:46:00.000-07:00

Grand Père

The Virtual Paintout is touring the Cote D'Azur this month.

Filmmakers and sunbathers typically come to mind when I think of the French Riviera, but Google Maps Street View was there in the 'off season', when people were Christmas shopping.

I could not resist choosing this scene to draw.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm

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Kanaal

2011-05-03T17:13:00.000-07:00

Kanaal
I did some virtual exploring of the Nederlands, and it's a pretty place.

Using Google Maps Street View, I found this scene.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Saints

2011-04-27T09:13:00.000-07:00

Saints
The second season of the television program "Treme" began last Sunday.
This aspiring trumpet player wove his way through the first episode.

I found this scene very appealing, and captured it by 'pausing' the program, and photographing the image directly from the screen, then drawing from that photo.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Hoodie

2011-04-22T12:11:00.000-07:00

Hoodie
Early morning light shapes these liming figures in Costa Mesa, California, US.

Kelley shared a location (thanks, Kelly! ) and I found this scene using Goolge Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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GOOGLE STREET VIEW CAR!!!

2011-04-19T11:21:00.000-07:00

GOOGLE STREET VIEW CAR !!!

So there I was, about an hour ago, all squatted down by the street in the front yard, working away pulling weeds, trying to get some yardwork done before it got too hot today, and what drives by???...IT WAS THE GOOGLE STREET VIEW CAMERA CAR!!!!!
I tried to make the biggest fool of myself that I could, by waving and smiling, and then realized I live on a dead end street, and he would have to come back my way. I ran into the house for the camera, and when he came back by, I made a successful second attempt at acting the fool, and darn near missed taking any photos at all. Sheeesh, Leslie!
These aren't the greatest pics, but I can't be any happier to have them. I'll make sure to post the Street View of me being ridiculous when Google gets it up on Street View. We can all laugh!

Japan

2011-04-15T09:26:00.000-07:00

Japan
I found this serene autumn scene using Google Maps Street View.

The Virtual Paintout is visiting Japan this month, and this drawing was done for that online group, and as part of my ongoing Drawing A Day project.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Three Ducks 三鴨

2011-04-10T09:59:00.000-07:00

Three Ducks 三鴨

The Virtual Paintout is in Japan this month.

I found this lovely gentleman vendor placing a figurine of three ducks for display.
I don't often find faces on Google Street View, and was surprised to find this one.
The Japanese translations were obtained using Google Translate.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Majja

2011-04-07T08:43:00.000-07:00

Majja
I watch with enthusiasm tennis played by Rafa Nadal.

As tribute to the pleasure he gives, I drew a scene from his home island of Majorca, affectionately known as Majja.
Thank you, Rafa Nadal.

I found this scene using Google Maps Street View.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

Artist's collection.

Via dei Santi

2011-03-30T07:33:00.000-07:00

Via dei Santi
The town of Maletto lies close to Mount Etna. I wonder if the morning street conversation ever drifts to talk of the volcano...

The subject is found using Google Maps Street View.

The drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, and measueres 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Regalbuto

2011-03-27T06:26:00.000-07:00

Regalbuto
I visited the island of Sicily using Google Street View.
I was surprised to find so many towns nestled close to Mount Etna.

The shapes created by the colors and light on the buildings at the top of the hillside put me in mind of the artwork of Paul Cezanne.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Implore

2011-03-25T08:25:00.000-07:00

Implore

I found this exchange on a road in Romania, using Google Maps Street View. I am intrigued to know what they are saying...

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Sunwashed

2011-03-23T07:55:00.000-07:00

Sunwashed
South Africa has bright sunlight very similar to the desert light in Arizona. The strong contrasts that are created by that light are what attracted me to this scene in Delft.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Home

2011-03-20T09:48:00.000-07:00

Home
The Virtual Paintout is visiting South Africa this month.
Using Google Maps Street View, participating artists use the same geographical location to find subjects from which to make art.

I found this pup sitting on the doorstep. He looks to be at home.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Teramo

2011-03-13T14:28:00.000-07:00

Teramo
I liked the patterns on this Italian hillside that I found using Google Maps Street View.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil on Alphamat, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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campana della mucca

2011-02-21T07:06:00.000-08:00

Campana Della Mucca
I found this sweet faced cow in a green field in Italy, using Google Maps Street View.

Campana della mucca translates to 'cow bell'. It is easy for me to imagine the sound of the bell floating in the air.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x15.2cm.

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Apple Tree

2011-02-18T17:50:00.000-08:00

Apple Tree
Un măr stă în această fermă română.
An apple tree stands in this Romanian farmyard.

The Virtual Paintout's destination for February is Romania.
I found this scene using Google Maps Street View.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm

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Cal

2011-02-16T07:52:00.000-08:00

Cal
This month's destination for The Virtual Paintout is Romania.
I discovered this lovely hardworking horse on the road near Satu Mare.
'Cal' is the Romanian word for 'horse'.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Szekely

2011-02-13T13:00:00.000-08:00

Szekely
The Virtual Paintout is visiting Romania this month, using Google Maps Street View.

I am fascinated with the szekely gates found in Romania.

This arresting figure, standing in the doorway of his gate, required that I draw him.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils on Alphamat, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Basque Sheepdog

2011-02-06T08:35:00.000-08:00

Basque Sheepdog
I found this scene using Google Maps Street View, 'virtually' travelling in Basque Country, France.
The Google camera car had to follow this herd of sheep for a while as the herder and his dog walked the sheep through the village and into pasture.
I love finding gems like this on Street View. I followed along for the entire process of getting the sheep through the gate, fascinated to get to experience this moment in time.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil annd measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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St. Henri

2011-01-28T08:35:00.000-08:00

St. Henri
Kerosene sent an email with an address in St. Henri, Montreal, Canada, for me to use to find a Google Street View drawing.
I spent a good deal of time virtually driving the streets of the St. Henri neighborhood. It is flush with architectural gems and a strong sense of community.

I am by nature an opponent of 'new' when it disregards existing value. St. Henri is a neighborhood in transition. My hope is that the city honors the unique qualities that St. Henri possesses.

Neath Turcot has been a fellow blogger for years, Turcot Yards is an adjoining neighborhood to St. Henri.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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New Book! The Art of Google Street View

2011-01-24T05:32:00.000-08:00

I assembled some of my Drawing A Day drawings, made using Street View, into a print on demand book, titled The Art of Google Street View.
I ordered one and am waiting to see how it looks! While we wait, here's a nifty 'preview' of the book, courtesy of Blurb, the book producer...

The Art of Google Street View by Leslie Hawes | Make Your Own Book

Aspens

2011-01-19T12:21:00.000-08:00

Aspens
I drew this aspen grove as part of the Monthly Painting Challenge.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Tucson Storm

2011-01-13T07:17:00.000-08:00

Tucson Storm
I photographed this storm from my favorite 'sunset taking' vantage point. I liked the sundown light on the buildings.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Walk

2011-01-08T09:06:00.000-08:00

Walk
I found this dog walking down a sun dappled street of Boston, using Google Maps Street View.

Bill Guffey's Virtual Paintout is touring Boston this month.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencils on Alphamat, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Boston Cream Pie

2011-01-05T08:45:00.000-08:00

Boston Cream Pie
Looking from Revere Street in Boston, Massachusetts, this view of windows, found with Google Maps Street View, reminded me of the layers of a Boston Cream Pie.

Done for the Virtual Paintout, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm, and is drawn with Derwent Artists colored pencil on Alphamat.

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Piano Maggiore

2010-12-30T07:54:00.000-08:00

Piano Maggiore
A serendipitous journey over a mountain in Italy, using Google Maps Street View, brought me upon this scene. I also liked the name... Piano Maggiore.
I finished the drawing and Googled 'Piano Maggiore' to see if there was more to learn about that place with the interesting name.
Here is the link I found.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Zaldiak

2010-12-26T10:52:00.000-08:00

Zaldiak
Zaldiak is the Basque word for horses.
While travelling in beautiful Basque country in Spain, using Google Maps Street View, I came upon this herd of horses.
This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencils on Alphamat, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm

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Jul

2010-12-23T15:11:00.000-08:00

Jul
It was quite the search to find snow somewhere on Google Maps Street View for my Christmas card to you. I had to go all the way to the top of Norway!

Hope you all have lovely holidays.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencils on Alphamat, and measures 4'" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Dinner

2010-12-18T13:10:00.000-08:00

Dinner
Waiting outside the open door of a building emblazoned with dog food signs. Smart dog.

I found this clever canine while searching Mexico City using Google Maps Street View.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil on Alphamat, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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La Vache

2010-12-17T12:15:00.000-08:00

La Vache
Une belle vie dans un vert pâturage pour cette jolie vache.

I used this link as a reference to create this drawing.

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencil on Alphamat, this drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Ayle Upper

2010-12-14T12:15:00.000-08:00

Ayle Upper
The Virtual Paintout is visiting County Clare, Ireland this month.

I found this quintessential Irish cottage using Google Maps Street View.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm

For a Step by Step demonstration of making this drawing, visit Leslie's Art Blog by clicking on this link.

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Truffles

2010-12-11T08:58:00.000-08:00

Truffles
I think that Truffles is an appropriate name for a pig.

I found this pulchritudinous porker in France, using Google Maps Street View.

This little drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencils on Alphamat, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Campeche

2010-12-10T11:01:00.000-08:00

Campeche
A warm scene for those of you covered in snow.

Found with Google Maps Street View, this palm and pink beachside place are located in Campeche, Mexico.

This drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm, and is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil.

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Herding the Google Car

2010-12-04T13:04:00.000-08:00

Herding the Google Car
This month's Virtual Paintout destination is County Clare, Ireland.
While looking for a scene to draw, using Google Maps Street View, I often found exuberant dogs endeavouring to chase away the Google Car. All of them succeeded!

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil. It measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Belgium

2010-12-03T08:29:00.000-08:00

Kathy's view from her window in Belgium is filled with nuanced color.
Thank you, Kathy, for having me do this drawing for you. It was a pleasure and a challenge!

Done with Derwent Artists colored pencils, this little drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2 cm x 15.2 cm.

SOLD

Summerfield

2010-11-25T08:04:00.000-08:00

Summerfield
A picturesque lake in North Carolina.
Margaret sent her address to me, and I used it as a starting point to find this place, using Google Maps Street View. Thanks, Margaret! Summerfield is a beautiful place to look around for something to draw.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencils on Alphamat, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Wisconsin

2010-11-14T14:12:00.000-08:00

Wisconsin
I found this serene neighborhood scene down the street and around the corner from Jefferson Park. I used Google Maps Street View and Sherry's address for a starting point. Thanks Sherry!

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencils on Alphamat, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Greensidehill

2010-11-13T10:53:00.000-08:00

Greensidehill
Near to the border of Scotland, I found this scene using Google Maps Street View. It is located in the Northumberland National Park.

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencil on Alphamat, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Brasileiro

2010-11-10T07:16:00.000-08:00

Brasileiro
The city of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil is the destination this month for the Virtual Paintout.
I was fascinated by the architecture and the copious paint of graffiti.
I found this view using Google Maps Street View.

This drawing measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm, and is done with Derwent Artists colored pencils on Alphamat.

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Westerwick

2010-11-07T15:44:00.000-08:00

Westerwick
A stunning sea view from Westerwick on the Shetland Mainland, found with Google Maps Street View.

This little drawing, measuring 4" x 6" , or 10.2cm x 15.2cm, is done with Derwent Artists colored pencils on Alphamat.

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Ventana Bridge

2010-11-05T11:50:00.000-07:00

Ventana Bridge
A fantasy location created from my imagination, with a helpful suggestion from my friend Frankie and Google Maps Street View. Thanks, Frankie!

This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencils on Alphamat, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Wiley Bridge Road

2010-10-30T09:09:00.000-07:00

Wiley Bridge Road
Thanks, Rock, for allowing me to use your address as the starting point for finding this quintessential Atlanta, Georgia farmhouse using Google Maps Street View.

This drawing is done with Derwenet Artists colored pencil on Alphamat, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Corroboree Park

2010-10-27T13:28:00.000-07:00

Corroboree Park
Rosie invited me to draw in Canberra, Australia. She sent her address to me by email, and I found this scene using Google Maps Street View.
I was immediately enchanted by all the parks and the big trees, and was struck by the similarities of the Canberra landscape to parts of west Texas and Arizona.
I am guessing this is a eucalyptus tree.
This drawing is done with Derwent Artists colored pencils on Alphamat, and measures 4" x 6", or 10.2cm x 15.2cm.

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Leslie's Drawing A Day

Fisherman

Peat

One sheep, two sheep, red sheep, blue sheep

Summit

Main Street Doon

Jed

Mandy

Glædelig Jul

Senhora da Saude

Javelina

Friends

Friends

Terrier Chase

Bin Man

Ginoux

Poplar

Youghal

Meta

On the Strand

Cromhill

Dun Bleisce

Commonaline

Clooncallis

Sketchbook Project 2012 Cover

Marie Laveau's

Lost Pines

WIP Sketchbook Project 2011 Cover

Sketchbook Project Cover WIP

Bacchus

Rook

Carlow Collie

Sheep in the Road

Cider

Banagher Mare

Ballybeg

Fairbanks

Atrevido

Guitarra

Girl Scout House

Draw Paint

Kornmark

Luzy

Jersey Girl

Cajon

Daybreak

Cozon

Helette

Ballance

Errarooey More

"It's Just a Spring Clean for the May Queen"

Balrath Fore By

Gran

Kilcormac

Ballyboy

the wind cries mary

Puesto "Elian"

Nogales

grand père

Kanaal

Saints

Hoodie

GOOGLE STREET VIEW CAR!!!

Japan

Three Ducks 三鴨

Majja

Via dei Santi

Regalbuto

Implore

Sunwashed

Home

Teramo

campana della mucca

Apple Tree

Cal

Szekely

Basque Sheepdog

St. Henri

New Book! The Art of Google Street View

Aspens