I've Been Framed

19-09-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Framework for my new walk in wardrobe as it stood just 6 days before I went off to the Algarve
Soooo exciting!

Laundry

18-09-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Sketched from the sofa during a much needed coffee break!

Saturday Afternoon

17-09-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Noodlers bullet proof black ink and watercolour in daily journal

Linda Lamp

16-09-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Quick sketch of my Mums lamp, purchased by her because it was named 'Linda' (My mums name)
She's looking rather angry here, my doing, the figurine is actually very beautiful in reality

Birthday Celebrations

15-09-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

A very quick sketch, back at home, after a lovely afternoon at Wells-Next-The-Sea.

Gingham

14-09-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Finally found dress to go with the shoes I purchased in gingham!!!!

Pitcher and Wash Basin

13-09-11b, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Noodlers bullet proof ink and watercolour in daily journal

In The Kitchen

13-09-11a, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Noodlers bullet proof black ink and watercolour in daily journal

More Holiday Prep

12-09-11b, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

More new shoes and a root touch up ready for the Algarve sun

Travel Bag

12-09-11a, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

The new RED travel bag I purchased for my Portugal trip.

HandGrown

11-09-11c, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Not by me but by a couple in Wimblington who have a stall of fresh handgrown produce outside their home alongside the road. I stopped off and purchased a whole bag of these grapes, complete with their leaves, for just £1.50 and they were delicious!!!

Holiday Shoes?

11-09-11b, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Decided to sort through my shoes to decide which to take on my Portugal trip at the end of September. Was shocked, when I got them all out from various places around the house, to discover just how many pairs I had...even after a recent clear out!

Peacocks Tearooms, Ely, Cambridgeshire UK

11-09-11a, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

A Little Self Pampering...

09-09-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

...goes a long way!

China

08-09-11c, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Back to my daily journal now the Portugal spreads have all been uploaded....wayyyy back infact, to the 8th September!
A tiny saucer from my Parents home and a new addition to my coffee cup collection.

Portugal-Day 10-Spread 2

05-10-11b, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

My final sketchbook spread from my trip to Portugal just had to include shoes didn't it? A purchase from Albufeira strip that I made very good use of while I was there.
We all had such a lovely time!

Portugal-Day 10-Spread 1

05-10-11a, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

View from our appartment side balcony at Clube Praia Da Oura

Portugal-Day 9-Spread 2

04-10-11b, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Praia Da Oura beach
The boys went fishing, with a cheap rod and reel, and each caught a fish.

Portugal-Day 9-Spread 1

04-10-11a, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Praia Da Oura beach

Portugal-Day 8

03-10-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Praia Da Oura beach

Portugal-Day 7

02-10-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Breakfast!

Portugal-Day 6-Spread 2

01-10-11b, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

View from the pool at Clube Praia Da Oura

Portugal-Day 6-Spread 1

01-10-11a, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Breakfast and lunch views in Albufeira

Portugal-Day 5-Spread 1

30-09-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Sketched in Albufeira Old Town while waiting for our dinner to arrive.

Portugal-Day 4-Spread 3

29-09-11c, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

An evening at the bullring followed by gelado

Worldwide Sketchcrawl 33

wwsc33-7, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

I drove into Downham Market, Norfolk for the 33rd worldwide sketchcrawl.
I sketched this while waiting for Tom to bring the spare set of keys up to me so I could drive home! It looked so much fun I couldn't resist buying it for Harry from 'Bluebells' and found it hard to resist while sketching too!
That's my last sketch of the WW sketchcrawl 33 and the last page of my Maruman sketchbook, so pleased to get that finished up at last.

In my next post I'll be taking you back to Portugal and my 10 days in the sun!

Worldwide Sketchcrawl 33

wwsc33-6, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

I drove into Downham Market, Norfolk for the 33rd worldwide sketchcrawl.
I sketched this while waiting for Tom to bring the spare set of keys up to me so I could drive home!

Worldwide Sketchcrawl 33

wwsc33-5, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

I drove into Downham Market, Norfolk for the 33rd worldwide sketchcrawl.
I sketched this from the town square, then went back to the car to put my cupcake purchase away and dropped my car keys down a drain...a deep drain full of black liquid! Gutted!

Worldwide Sketchcrawl 33

wwsc33-4, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Today I drove into Downham Market, Norfolk for the 33rd worldwide sketchcrawl.
I visited 'Bluebells Florist/Tearooms for the first time and also indulged in a cream tea that came served in a triad of glass!

Worldwide Sketchcrawl 33

wwsc33-3, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Today I drove into Downham Market, Norfolk for the 33rd worldwide sketchcrawl.
I visited 'Bluebells Florist/Tearooms for the first time and indulged in a 'Jamacian Blue' blend which was soooo delicious!

Worldwide Sketchcrawl 33

wwsc33-2, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Today I drove into Downham Market, Norfolk for the 33rd worldwide sketchcrawl.
I dropped in to have a cuppa at the Methodist church coffee morning on arrival.

Worldwide Sketchcrawl 33

wwsc33-1, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Today I drove into Downham Market, Norfolk for the 33rd worldwide sketchcrawl.
I dropped in to have a cuppa at the Methodist church coffee morning on arrival.

Portugal-Day 4-Spread 2

29-09-11b, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

The Life guards hut

Portugal-Day 4-Spread 1

29-09-11a, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Pool-Brunch at Fredi's-Praia Da Oura beach....It's a hard life!

Portugal-Day 3-Spread 1

28-09-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

A trip to Pera Sand Festival, time on the beach, dinner on the Strip and coffee in Paulu's before hitting the sack!

Portugal-Day 2-Spread 3

27-09-11c, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

A late night sketch followed by a late night snack....or two!

Portugal-Day 2-Spread 2

27-09-11b, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Albufeira Old Town
The old town had so much character! I sketched this scene from a sunbed on the beach

Portugal-Day 2-Spread 1

27-09-11a, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Morning sketch sitting infront of Clube Praia Da Oura with my morning coffee (Such good coffee I might add!)
I had intended to add colour but a lousy coach decided to pull up and park right infront of me! Grrr!

Portugal-Day 1-Spread 4

26-09-11d, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

One last cuppa before bed. The flight caught up on everyone and they were all tired, since Harry was sleeping in the lounge of our appartment...I had to go off to bed too so he could sleep. To be fair it probably did me good and it was well past midnight.

Portugal-Day 1-Spread 3

26-09-11c, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Late night refreshment back at the hotel reception

Portugal-Day 1-Spread 2

26-09-11b, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

On the beach!

Praia Da Oura Beach

26-09-11a, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

We landed in Faro late Sunday night, we took a walk on the beach in the early hours in the dark before heading off to bed. This spread was the first I saw of the beach in daylight...so bright it glowed!
A very quick sketch while waiting for my much needed morning coffee.

Flying

25-09-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Portugal 2011

Packed

23-09-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

This spread is from my Portugal trip book, sketched two days before we set off for the Algarve

Treats

08-09-11b, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

A new handbag and a slice of the most scrumptious cake to take home

Pizza Express Ely Cambridgeshire. UK

08-09-11a, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

Lunch with Harry after a morning on the sofa fighting a headache.

At The Movies

07-09-11, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

My big pink handbag has lots of room to smuggle snacks and drinks into the cinema!

I'm back!

P1010086b, a photo by Anita Davies on Flickr.

...and not enjoying the English weather one little bit.
Managed a few pages in my sketchbook while I was away but as it was a much needed family holiday, my attention was focused on relaxing with them. We had a lovely time, the weather was good and the coffee was GREAT!
Need to unpack and sort out my journal before scanning (lots to stick in) I will share soon as possible but until then I will continue to post the pages I made before my holiday.
Hope everyone is well!