Yes, I am finally back! The trip was great and I will post a bit at a time. Like many artists when I travel I like to keep a sketchbook as well as do individual loose paintings. I made a special accordion sketchbook just for the trip. Sometimes it is hard to decide if I should use the sketchbook or do an actual painting.
Our trip started at Kennedy Airport on Sept. 12. We always get to the airport with plenty of time to spare so we find someplace comfortable to sit and have a drink. We sat at the bar of the New York Sports Bar and had a drink. I pulled out my sketchbook and did this of the bartenders. The one with the ponytail and beard was our bartender. When he saw the sketch he asked if it was for him and I said no, it was in my sketchbook for the trip and I couldn't give it to him. He said for a sketch he would give us free drinks.
So I pulled out my small sketchbook and did another for him...and we got two free beers. lol (Don't tell anyone...I don't want to get him in trouble.) I took a photo of the sketch before I gave it to him.
I couldn't resist sketching the couple sitting across the aisle from us on the flight.
We had an overnight flight from NY to Milan on American Airlines, arriving early the next morning. From Milan we took the train down to Savona, Italy.
Those sketches and paintings will be next. Ciao!
Welcome back, Joan! I've missed you and your sketches! Looking forward to hearing about and seeing your adventures!
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Welcome back Joan! Wonderful sketches and I'm looking forward to seeing more from your trip! I'm sure you had a good flight... you picked the best Airlines!!! My husband works for American.... Glad you're back safely and now the fun begins with your beautiful work!
ReplyDeleteGreat to be on your travels with you Joan and great sketches here. How lovely to go to Italy. Can't wait to see more drawings.
ReplyDeleteThanks Tina, Hilda and Ann!!! I have a lot to post so keep watching.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back. Can't wait to see your postings. Love the sketches so far.
ReplyDeleteOh Joan - welcome back - I have missed you and your wonderful sketches. What a great way to start out your trip with free drinks paid for by your art!! Can't wait to see more. Hugs
ReplyDeleteI was missing you at Paint, Paper, Pencils & Pens, and now I know why! I love the story and the drawings ! You left a few days before we did and we have a few more days to go! ( UK today, Dublin tomorrow) ... We have a lot to share! Goodie!
ReplyDeleteThanks Carol, Debbie, and Lynn.
ReplyDeleteLynn, too bad we didn't cross paths. That would have been fun.
Welcome back Joan! I have missed your blog and can't wait to relive your trip through your sketches! I am so happy we were able to meet in person and hope we can do it again someday...I'll be sure to check the weather report! LOL
ReplyDeleteCelia, lol, Rome was fun even in the rain!
ReplyDeleteGreat sketches, welcome home! Thanks for sharing your travel journal.
ReplyDeleteWow! Your trip sounds fantastic. I just looked through all your posts and will now have to go back and read each one carefully. You take the best vacations and this one sounds like it was perfect. Loved seeing all your sketches from your trip.
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