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Daily Sketch #22: Normandy Coast

Tough week on time for sketching, so another 20 minute effort. Wanted to take another whack and getting a quick sketch of rocky coastline done quickly. It forces me to draw loosely and step away from the detail, which is very hard for me to do. But it worked out today. Not the best result, but given the time constraint it works for me.

This is the Normandy coast, similar to an earlier sketch. This is Point du Hoc I believe, but not 100% sure and too tired to go rooting around my notes to confirm. Clear blue sky, calm seas.

HB and 2B only.

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Daily Sketch #19: Pointe Du Hoc

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Got behind with posting, so playing catch-up for a couple days and the memory on some of the details are hazy.

This is the Normandy coast, from Pointe Du Hoc looking east. It’s a very moving place. If the sheer historical value of the place doesn’t grab you, the pill boxes and pockmarked landscape of D-Day bombs will. Words cannot express my gratitude and respect for the actions and bravery delivered by the Allies in this part of the world. An unfortunate time with a fortunate outcome.

As for the sketch, its lacking. I’m not sure how to sketch the cliffs, but I know part of the problem is too much detail and trying to be to realistic with the textures of the rocks. I’ll get it right at some point, but today wasn’t the day.

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