Archive for the ‘Art storm’ Category

Chalk Masters

Sunday, August 10th, 2008

In spectacular detail, three people were drawing some of the well known Italian master art works in Pastels.  It was quite a sight to see.  It lasts a only a few moments but is enjoyed by many in Florence.

Art Crazy

Friday, July 25th, 2008


I was so excited to be at the Louvre. The extensive collection was so special.  It was fantastic to see all of the paintings and artifacts I have seen so often in art books and documentaries.
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Black Gloves Dining

Monday, July 7th, 2008

Black Gloves Dinning- Lauren Swanson

This sketch “Black Gloves Dining”  was drawn in the dining cart of a train heading from Berlin to Freiburg.  After all, gloves need to eat too.

Sketch Book Art

Monday, July 7th, 2008

My two sketch books (art journals) and pencils are my gateway to creativity.  I write down ideas , develop artwork and refine my skills.  As all of my key art resources are in storage, I am focusing on Sketch book art. This image is the title page of my journal.  This poster (shown as a cross section)  was inspired my my visit to the Bauhaus Archive in Berlin.

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