Chess Masters

A friend and I went into Washington, DC to take in the Van Gogh exhibit at The Phillips Collection.  As you might expect, it was, at the same time, extremely humbling and very inspiring.  Afterwards we had a quick lunch and then took our inspiration to Dupont Circle for some sketching.  I found Danny and Michael playing chess and their October chess match became my subject.

A couple of sketches on September 1 at Dupont Circle in Washington, DC.  This one is my favorite.

Chrysalis Winery, Middleburg, VA

Enjoyed a very pleasant July 4th with my wife and friends at Chrysalis Winery.  I was enthralled by the repeating pattern created by the deck umbrellas and the architecturally interesting entry way.  Returned on July 7th with sketch book and media.  Enjoyed more great wine and fought the wind which repeatedly moved the paper under my brush.  Still, I liked the result.

Belfast City Hall Dome, Belfast, Northern Ireland - 2013

Four days of rest in Belfast, Northern Ireland gave me ample opportunity to sketch.  One of my favorite sketches is this view of the dome of the Belfast City Hall.

 

Donegal Castle, Donegal Town, Co Donegal, Ireland - 2013

Donegal Town, Co Donegal, Ireland was the starting point of a nine day hike of the International Appalachian Trail in Ireland in 2013.  The town is dominated by Donegal Castle, which was built in the 15th Century by Red Hugh O'Donnell, one of Ireland's most honored heroes for his exploits against the English oppressors.

 

Potala Palace, Lhasa, Tibet - 2008

Four days in the Tibetan capital city of Lhasa afforded me several opportunities to sketch the impressive, beautiful and unforgettable Potala Palace, winter home of the Dalai Lama, spiritual leader of the Tibetan people.  This is one of my sketches.

 

Shangri-La Flowers, Katmandu, Nepal - 2008

While relaxing and recovering from jet lag in the garden of the Shangri-La Hotel in Katmandu, Nepal, I sketched this elephant flower pot holder.

 

Boudhanath Stupa, Katmandu, Nepal - 2008

My wife and I stopped in Katmandu, Nepal in October 2008 on our way to the north base camp of Mt. Everest.  Our guide took us to Boudhanath Stupa, one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Katmandu.