While I do try to spend my time sketching and designing machines during my down times between appointments. I have recently begun going to the American Museum of Natural History on the Upper West Side in NYC and doing some still life sketches. My favorite area unsurprising is the 4th floor that houses the dinosaur exhibits. While it can become insanely crowded and noisy and children treat it like a playground, it is enjoyable to draw there. The trick is finding a niche where people have trouble getting behind you. (I don't mind people watching, but if I don't know you are there it creeps me out).
Anyway the Tyrannosaurs Rex is by far one of the most fun to draw and look at (it is also one of the busiest areas). I started going with the intent of teaching myself to watercolor, which I have no discernible skill in, but often sketch instead. (Which explains the odd horizon layout book with the watercolor bleed on the spine.)
That looks great! I also get creeped out if someone comes up on me while I draw and I don't know about it. Your work inspires me - thanks for posting this!
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