We have started our journey through Ranelagh. For our first outing, the idea was to sketch between Ranelagh Gardens and the Triangle. Most people don't read instructions. I know that. But I do. So here you are.
First sketch at the Triangle, where the profile of the roofs where the Spar and the adjoining shops are hasn't changed in a long time. The advertising on the wall was a recurring video. I chose Aer Lingus's advertising of their direct Las Vegas flights. Some person thought it was a good idea to throw a slice of pizza on the ground. The pigeons descended. Surprisingly, it was still there when I left. It must have been pretty bad.
Second location, at the end of Ranelagh Gardens, Chelmsford Close, is it? Beautiful terrace of houses, but pretty tight car parking. Wouldn't like to have to park there every day!
Third location. I got so cold that I had to seek shelter in a café. It was one of those grey, dampish days where you feel the cold through your bones. I went to Urban Health. Lovely matcha latte. Maya was sitting at the window and I joined her. We sketched these 3 men chatting outside the gym nutrition shop. They were gone before we were finished, but thankfully, we had each other's sketch to complete the trio. Then I couldn't resist the coffee machine and other café bits and pieces.
Haven't decided if I will add colour to the last three sketches. I certainly need to connect them all better. I think we're going back there next week, so that might be a good opportunity!
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