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It’s concerts-in-the-park time here on the West Island! And, finally, one is actually IN the park!
I pedaled down to Beaconsfield’s Centennial Park last night to check out the music of The Centennial Band (put together for just this occasion). They played a string of 30′s and early 40′s hits of the Big Band era–String of Pearls, Sing! Sing! Sing!, In The Mood, etc. A 15-piece combo of local musicians who did a fantastic job on these songs. Well done, Beaconsfield!
Below: Me and my sketchbook. I was just getting started.
Below: The actual sketch. I was getting frustrated as things just wouldn’t translate as I wanted them to on the paper. Bah!
Below: A brief video to share. They sound good, hmmm? As you can see, it was a hot evening, what with the fans.
So I hope this encourages you to get out and enjoy the summer days/evenings! Do some sketching, picture taking–whatever helps you to document the moment!
0 Comments on Sketches: Big Band in the Park as of 1/1/1900
Two quick sketches from a lunch/picnic break in the park on Tuesday. I’m chomping on one of my faves, there: Chinese Chicken Salad. Cabbage, lettuce, broccoli, green onions, chicken, cashews… I can eat a huuuge bowl of it. And I did. Yum.
Below: a sketch of Lake St. Louie. The water and sky were both a pale blue-gray.
So today is “Fete National”–A Quebec holiday. Retail and grocery stores are closed and all the towns and villages are having festivals and parties, and in the late evening, fireworks. Woo hoo.
0 Comments on Sketches: Parking It For Lunch as of 1/1/1900
I took my itsy bitsy sketchbook with me on a walk yesterday and managed to do a quick sketch or three. These are not all that exciting, I admit. I was cold (I didn’t hide that fact!) and didn’t particularly enjoy my time outside. The trees are still just budding, as you can see. I’m [...]
0 Comments on Sketches: St. James Park in Early Spring as of 1/1/1900
Though it’s officially summer, you wouldn’t know it by the cool and wet weather we’ve been having since summer began. It’s caused outdoor activities to head indoors, such as the concert-in-the-park I went to see last night. Normally I don’t go to these when they’re forced to be held indoors, but a friend asked me [...]
5 Comments on Sketches: Summer Concert–”Replay”, last added: 7/19/2009
I used to go to those concerts quite regularly, but pretty much fell out of the habit – it’s a long ways from my place…
ann marie said, on 7/9/2009 4:32:00 PM
I think your sketch is great!!! The faces are wonderful, too. You got good likenesses of the Beatles,especially Paul.
I also feel strange sketching in crowds, but often want to do it. If only we could be invisible…
paula said, on 7/9/2009 9:12:00 PM
Jazz: I doubt I’d go if it were a distance to get to. I usually don’t go unless I can pedal there. Are there none in the parks in your area?
ann marie: The guy who was “Paul” really does look like a young Paul. Out of all of them, he has an uncanny resemblance to the real deal. Sketching in crowds takes some getting used to. I have a lot to over-come in that area.
Dawna said, on 7/15/2009 9:36:00 PM
LOVED the sketch of Replay. So glad I was there with you that evening even though it was so loud I was forced to be gross and spit on tissues and stuff them into my ears to survive the concert. And you think you felt self-conscious! I’m glad you didn’t sketch me doing that!
I’ve just started to exploring your blog and am really enjoying it.
paula said, on 7/16/2009 10:09:00 AM
Dawna: It was great fun! Neither of us anticipated it being so loud! But you/we soldiered on until defeated. I’m glad you found the entry and hope it brings back a good memory!
I used to go to those concerts quite regularly, but pretty much fell out of the habit – it’s a long ways from my place…
I think your sketch is great!!! The faces are wonderful, too. You got good likenesses of the Beatles,especially Paul.
I also feel strange sketching in crowds, but often want to do it. If only we could be invisible…
Jazz: I doubt I’d go if it were a distance to get to. I usually don’t go unless I can pedal there. Are there none in the parks in your area?
ann marie: The guy who was “Paul” really does look like a young Paul. Out of all of them, he has an uncanny resemblance to the real deal. Sketching in crowds takes some getting used to. I have a lot to over-come in that area.
LOVED the sketch of Replay. So glad I was there with you that evening even though it was so loud I was forced to be gross and spit on tissues and stuff them into my ears to survive the concert. And you think you felt self-conscious! I’m glad you didn’t sketch me doing that!
I’ve just started to exploring your blog and am really enjoying it.
Dawna: It was great fun! Neither of us anticipated it being so loud! But you/we soldiered on until defeated. I’m glad you found the entry and hope it brings back a good memory!