Á bientôt
Dr. Eric Maisel is a psychotherapist who works exclusively with artists and has written many terrific books like The Creativity Book, Staying Sane in the Arts, Fearless Creating, Deep Writing, A Life in the Arts and other inspiring guides on the creative mind and process. Recently, Eric invited me to illustrate his new book, A Writer's Paris, which will be published in a year or so.
On Wednesday afternoon, Patti and I will be skipping turkey and heading across the Atlantic; over the next four days, I'll make as much progress as possible on the 30 full-page illustrations I've promised Eric for his book. I'll be working in black, using a pen and ink wash.
The sketch crawl will be good preparation. I'm going from the 10K of the Met to the marathon of the sketchcrawl to the Iron Man triathlon of Paris. I'll be dealing with possible snow flurries, temperatures in the 40s and jet lag but it will be a great adventure.
A record of my exploration into all aspects of drawing, illustrated journaling, creativity, and the inspiring aspects of art. By the author of "Everyday Matters," "The Creative License", and "An Illustrated Life" and other books.
Comments
I love Eric's work, have been counseled by him, and look forward to A Writer's Paris. I enjoy your work as well. It will be a great book. Be safe on your trip.
Posted by: Lloyd | November 22, 2004 10:38 PM
Damn. You get the coolest assignments!
Posted by: penelope | November 22, 2004 10:39 PM
Eat plenty of carbohydrates to keep your strength up during your triathlon.
Posted by: Michael Nobbs | November 23, 2004 03:11 AM
...or croissant.
Posted by: Michael Nobbs | November 23, 2004 03:13 AM
Have fun on your trip (:
Posted by: Astra | November 23, 2004 07:03 AM
Now that's a dream assignment! I hope you get a chance to draw on Rue Cler.
bon voyage!!!
Posted by: Sharon | November 23, 2004 09:54 AM
oh how fun...safe travels to you and enjoy the adventure :) be sure to stop in the Musee D'Orsay!
Posted by: becky | November 23, 2004 01:02 PM
wow i am jealous, even though (or maybe because...) I have just returned from a trip to Paris myself. It is such a great city to draw. Jardin du Luxembourg, Rue Mouffetard and the Mosque are my favourites
Posted by: ecritures | November 24, 2004 09:30 AM
Hey, glad I stumbled onto your blog, great drawings :-)
Posted by: OnScreen | November 30, 2004 08:32 PM