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| the Basilica of the Rosary pen sketches © Teresa Newham |
I didn't think there would be time for any sketching in Lourdes - the itinerary is so crowded. But Our Lady knew better and prompted me gently to pack an A5 sketchbook and a drawing pen. And when we were unable to get into the baths, I took the opportunity to get them out and use them.
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| trees outside the Basilica of the Rosary photo & pen sketches © Teresa Newham |
The view of the Basilica of the Rosary from the bench I found was obscured by trees, so I ended up sketching it while leaning against a lamp post. Of course, as soon as I began to sketch anybody, they moved away. People only really stand still in Lourdes to meditate or pray, at which point it is totally inappropriate to draw them anyway . . .
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| holding the banner pen sketches © Teresa Newham |
I coloured the sketches with Inktense pencil when I got home, and added some context to the pic of the lady with the banner. I also made a little drawing of the Grotto from a photo. They're a souvenir of a lovely trip and a reminder to me of how important it is to keep sketching, whatever the challenges!
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| at the grotto photo & pen sketch © Teresa Newham |
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