Outline

A quick sketch done two years ago using the SketchBookX app on my Android phone.  I recall he was trying to get a nap on the morning train to the city.

Surprise!

Very much surprised to see a dusting of snow over the tree tops this morning.  

Merry Christmas! 

Parla Sketches

I needed some time off to relax and get my mind off the care giving duties for dad a week ago.  As long as I have a sketch book, I'm fine.  Here were the sketches I made within the five hours window.  End times noted on the sketch.

The Old Town Hall at Plaza de Constitucion

Enjoying the warmth of the sun.

Chit chat

The Hunter and Dog weathervane.

Flight Delay

Last week, at the check-in counter 2 hours early for AA flight 95 to MAD-JFK, we learned there was a flight delay due to some equipment change.  I text message my mom of this delay to which she replied "Have a rest while waiting but I know you'll just do sketching instead of resting."  How very true!

The Lavanderia

The sturdy washing machine my parents had for decades finally quit working.  As a result, I had a quick lesson in doing laundry at a "lavanderia" in Spain.  Steps: 1.) Open the front loading drum and insert your laundry.  2.)  Close the door.  3.) Insert your coins for payment. 4.) Choose the wash cycle 5.) Press the start button.  Did you think I miss a crucial step like adding the laundry soap?  Well, I did not and am happy to report that laundry soap is included, gratis.  Oh, and the laundry smells fresh, too.  While waiting for the 28 minutes of wash cycle, I sketched the scene outside of the "lavanderia".  Two days later, I had to come back early in the morning and sketched the other half of the scene.

The Cafestore

It was a long night watching over dad and all I wanted at the cafestore that following morning was a drink of coffee in a short glass ("Un vaso, cafe con leche, caliente") paired with some churros.

JFK Terminal 7, Gate 7

There was more than enough time to sketch this airport scene before our boarding time.

Boarding Gate 7

Pre-boarding stage for Iberia flight to Madrid. Bic 4-color Pen. 

Practice on Procreate

A little practice with the Procreate App using my index finger and the Apple Pencil.