So interesting how not taking photos made you slow down and look instead of snapping. I’ve been taking more photos of my every day to slow down and look. Love watching your journey!
This are the 2 things I was told: and I googled it: Chefchaouen, also known as the Blue Pearl of Morocco, is painted blue due to a combination of Jewish tradition and practical considerations. The blue color is associated with the sky and heaven in Jewish culture, and it's believed that Jewish refugees, fleeing persecution, introduced the tradition in the 1930s. Additionally, some believe the blue helps repel mosquitoes and keeps the city cooler in the summer.
The paint used to create the blue walls of Chefchaouen is a mixture of water, lime (or chalk), and a blue pigment, most commonly ultramarine or a similar blue pigment. The lime or chalk acts as a binder, and the ultramarine pigment provides the characteristic blue color.
Amazing sketches, and loved all that you shared. I was especially interested to hear how you managed to simplify complex scenes, and kept on drawing, in spite of not using your paints. Such an inspiring post, thank you.
I'm enjoying your writing/drawing immensely and I love Morocco, too. I know that each of us has our own style - but I do love yours!!! How do you recommend someone with no drawing/painting experience begin to practice (especially if they can't travel right now). Are there hints and habits I can put in place. And please put me on your notification list for classes or travels .... I would LOVE to join.
The number one hint is to work at it all the time. The only way to get somewhere is to do it! Also, If you are out, try not lifting you pen too much so you keep the energy, limit time on each one and limit colors so you don't have too many choices. Thank you!!
Chefchouen is dreamy! I always struggle sketching in the moment but your suggestions are so inspiring.
It took me forever to get to this point. Just keep plugging away!
Inspiring and beautiful! What a wonderful place to visit. So glad you captured it in your lovely sketches.
Thanks Amy!
I not only absolutely love, and am inspired by, your paintings, but also your sense of adventure and openness. Thank you!
Travel is such a great way to open the horizon. Thank you!
Love the article! It made me want to reconnect with sketching!
Try! Even a few minutes a day will get you started!
I love this way of seeing a new world. Do you photograph & then sketch? Or sketch in the moment? As a practice...
Your art is magic! Thank you.
Thank you! I do both. In the little marker sketchbook it’s mostly live in the moment. The paintings are done back in the studio in most cases.
Oh living in the moment is a beautiful way to travel. Making a memory & art. Thank you!
So interesting how not taking photos made you slow down and look instead of snapping. I’ve been taking more photos of my every day to slow down and look. Love watching your journey!
It can work both ways, It's a mindset and so dependent on the situation.
I can see that 🌞💕
I wanted to ask you if there is a meaning behind the blue city and is it paint or stain? And everyone uses the same thing to all get the same color?
This are the 2 things I was told: and I googled it: Chefchaouen, also known as the Blue Pearl of Morocco, is painted blue due to a combination of Jewish tradition and practical considerations. The blue color is associated with the sky and heaven in Jewish culture, and it's believed that Jewish refugees, fleeing persecution, introduced the tradition in the 1930s. Additionally, some believe the blue helps repel mosquitoes and keeps the city cooler in the summer.
The paint used to create the blue walls of Chefchaouen is a mixture of water, lime (or chalk), and a blue pigment, most commonly ultramarine or a similar blue pigment. The lime or chalk acts as a binder, and the ultramarine pigment provides the characteristic blue color.
I thought I replied but I don't see it - so, thanks for the info! Very interesting - I should have just Googled it!!
so great and beautiful Jennifer!!
Thanks Gayle!
So magical! Thank you for sharing - I loved reading your descriptions and seeing the beautiful images and artwork!
I appreciate it!
I am so enjoying these drawings from Morocco--the colors sing and you really transport us.
Thats great to hear, Thank you!
Gorgeous post! I always learn so much!
Thanks Barbara!
Amazing sketches, and loved all that you shared. I was especially interested to hear how you managed to simplify complex scenes, and kept on drawing, in spite of not using your paints. Such an inspiring post, thank you.
Thanks, It takes lots of practice. There is always something to learn!
Hello.
I'm enjoying your writing/drawing immensely and I love Morocco, too. I know that each of us has our own style - but I do love yours!!! How do you recommend someone with no drawing/painting experience begin to practice (especially if they can't travel right now). Are there hints and habits I can put in place. And please put me on your notification list for classes or travels .... I would LOVE to join.
The number one hint is to work at it all the time. The only way to get somewhere is to do it! Also, If you are out, try not lifting you pen too much so you keep the energy, limit time on each one and limit colors so you don't have too many choices. Thank you!!
These sketches are gorgeous I love how you captivated on the Moroccan theme ..
Thank you!
It’s an absolute pleasure
You observe the beauty, and bring forth the beauty. Reminding us of the beauty we have within, and all around us.
Thank you-
That's so nice, Thank you!!
As always, I N S P I R I N G !
I wish I could have been there with you!
Me too!!!