This morning I went down to the Museum of History and
Industry (MOHAI) at ten. Driving to
Seattle is always nerve-racking for me but I managed to merge across Mercer
without dying so that alone was a success!
Once I managed to find parking that was under twenty dollars I walked to
MOHAI. I had never been here before but
had seen pictures and it was even cooler than I expected. The giant old-fashioned building is right on
the water and with the sun shining and wind blowing, I knew it was my kind of
scene.
My main reason for coming to this museum was Gabriel
Campanario’s exhibit, which was incredible!
Not only were the sketches amazing and inspiring, they showed pieces of
Seattle that changed and developed over the years. Seeing this exhibit reminded me of another
reason I love urban sketching and just art in general so much. Each sketch tells a story. They show your progression throughout life as
both a person, and an artist. Whenever I
look back at my old sketchbooks it is like a walk down memory lane. There is no better way to see God working in
your life than by seeing what He helps you create.
After wandering around the museum for a while I went outside
and walked around. I found an isolated
bench a little ways off from the museum and sat in the sun for two hours (wish
I had brought sunscreen) and just sketched.
The seagulls were chirping, the fountain in front of me was calming, and
once again I was happier than ever. Already
I feel like a better artist than I was and the visual proof of improvement
everyday is so encouraging! Can’t wait for tomorrow.
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