It was a fab experience, but because I was on my own I felt like I was going slightly crazy as the days went on! Sketching was the only thing that kept me sane! The view from my window in my hotel looked onto a posh restaurant where the French people were extremely interesting to draw! Here are some examples of some drawings I did from the streets near where I was staying - I loved the typical French streets and city layout , and the sky and the sunsets over the canal in the evenings were so beautiful.
Medium: Coloured pastel and fineliner.Whilst in Lyon I visited the Fine Art Museum and spent an afternoon studying the impressionist paintings in the museum. My favourite painting was 'Charing Cross Bridge' by Monet.
I love the hazyness and the ghostly atmosphere he creates with his use of pastel, unsaturated colour choice. The reflection on the water is of particular interest to me. There is so much movement in this painting - light in the sky and on the water.
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