"Silo's Restaurant"

This is an old silo next to a farm that was converted into a restaurant sometime in the past. It has changed hands over time. I sketched this on site across the street in a church parking lot. Just a nice, simple pencil sketch. Enjoy!

"Old Shed"

This old shed is long gone now but I love the character it has and the way nature takes over and kind of swallows it up. I find these types of motifs very charming and fun to draw. I love the old look with the boards, windows, doors, etc. Various shapes and values abound. Thanks for visiting!

"Country Home in Hollis"

It was a wintry day and I parked my car on the side of this country road. I liked the look of the scene so I decided to sketch it from inside my car. It was quiet and no traffic so it was a peaceful session. Just a simple sketch of a country scene in a small town. Thanks for visiting!

"Tall Trees"

This was a nice little sketch that I did in a neighborhood nearby. I wanted to get a lacey light touch with the leaves and branches on the trees. Thanks for visiting!

"Reeds Ferry, Spring"

This area is where a ferry used to stop to deliver and pick up goods and transport them up or down river back in the old days. It's the Merrimack river in Merrimack, NH. I like to think that Henry David Thoreau passed by here on his travels up and down the Merrimack! I sketched this on site enjoying the weather and the sketching experience. A simple sketch with a little charm. Thanks for visiting!

"Enter the Forest"

This is part of the Heritage Trail in Bedford, NH. It's a nice walk along the Merrimack river. I sketched this near the end of the day hence the long shadows crossing the path. That time of day usually has more interesting shadow patterns as well as dawn. I believe I had to go back for a second session because I lost the light on the first session as the sun set behind the trees on the left that are out of sight. A peaceful scene. Enjoy!

"River Island View"

This is an island in the Merrimack river in Bedford NH. This is not far from my home and it's a rather beautiful area. The island is in the middle of the river whereby the river goes around both sides of it. I've always wanted to venture out there. Maybe some day. I chose the left side of the island for sketching. I sat by the river on a rocky outcrop and sketched away. Enjoy!

"Downtown Nashua by the River"

It was a stormy day and it actually rained a little bit when I sketched this scene. The sunshine was in and out due to fast moving clouds. I worked it out in the end. It was ultimately a nice day overall. I really love this area and enjoyed sketching all the beauty before me. Enjoy!

"House in Hollis"

I was experimenting with different media and this sketch was done with vine charcoal. It is usually softer than standard charcoal and can smudge much easier. It has it's pros and cons but I find it interesting and useful so now I use it regularly. I had fun drawing this scene and I like the result. A quick sketch with personality. Enjoy!

"Farm in Dunstable"

A nice bucolic scene in northern Massachusetts in the small town of Dunstable. I sketched this live on the spot using a Sharpie marker. No erasing with ink so you have to be aware at all times. It was a beautiful day and I really enjoyed sketching this scene. Enjoy!

"Gnarled Tree"

This old tree is in my hometown near the city center. I believe it has since been trimmed or removed. I am glad I got a sketch of it while it existed. I used a micron pen for experimentation and I am pleased with the results. It's a good media for more detail if desired. I sketched this on site sitting by the roadside with cars whizzing by. A nice portrait of an old tree. Enjoy!

"Horseshoe Pond High Noon"

I sketched this scene from inside my car. It was a very hot day so I thought I'd try it. I put the AC on and proceeded to sketch the scene. It worked out great. I started with the small bush on the right and worked out from there. I liked the reflections on the left and the overall serene look of the whole scene. Thanks for visiting!

"Mill Pond Midday"

I did this sketch on site on a beautiful day. Vine charcoal is very malleable so I can even draw with the eraser if I wish. This is a beautiful place which is part of a large park called Mine Falls in Nashua NH. A nice, peaceful scene. Thanks for visiting!

"Almost Dusk"

A nice little sketch done from inside my car because there were too many bugs. I used Sharpie brush pens which are fairly new to me. I had fun experimenting. A nice property to explore and find interesting motifs. Thanks for visiting!