Sketching Montreal: an article in Artists Magazine
Posted: April 21, 2019 Filed under: Uncategorized 39 CommentsI can’t deny that it’s been an exciting month for me. Besides the release of my book, I’m honoured to have my Montreal sketches published in the June 2019 issue of Artists Magazine. Thanks to Anne Hevener for creating this special issue featuring cityscapes (in ink, watercolour and oil), and Austin Williams for the great interview. It makes me proud to see my city here.
Shari Blaukopf's Sketchbook 
Huge Congrats!!! I’m going to have to go searching for that issue!!
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I hope you have more luck than I did. I ended up buying the digital edition so I could see. Couldn’t find it at my local magazine store, although they carry the other publications in the same series.
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Lived in “nearby” New England all my life, but have never traveled to Montreal. After discovering your blog a few years ago, this city had been on my list of “must see”places. Congratulations on your well deserved honor, and thanks for sharing your art and love of your home town.
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Denise, you are close. Of course you have to travel to Montreal. So great in every way, especially in the summer. And thanks for you nice words.
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This is an exciting month for you! Your book is great, and the honor of a magazine article – the world is paving its way to your door.
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It’s been a very exciting time for me. Happy to be able to share this on my blog.
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Congratulations! Your paintings have definitely inspired me to practice more with my own watercolors. I’ll have to find your book and check it out.
~Elizabeth
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Thanks so much for writing Elizabeth. You should be able to find the book at most retailers or at online bookstores. Hope you like it.
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Congrats Shari! I’ve been working with Anne to be featured on the sketchbook page of the September issue of Watercolor Artist. Glad to see your work in the magazine!
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Jean, that’s great. I can’t wait to see what they choose because every page in your sketchbook is beautiful.
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Congratulations on this wonderful and well deserved honor.
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Thanks Michael. It is a real honour!
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Shari, I really enjoy seeing your work. It’s so fresh looking…a moment in time captured. The graphic quality and clear bright colours are so appealing. I find your work so inspiring. Keep up the good work!
Donna
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Many thanks Donna!
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Shari, congratulations you deserve all the recognition you can get because you are such a talented watercolourist. I have your book, such a good reminder of all you have taught in the workshops and now I am going to l find the magazine! Thank you for all your inspiration!
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Margaret, it is always the greatest pleasure to have you in my workshops. Thank you for making me smile.
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Love your art. Love the book and love its portability. Congratulations on both the book and the magazine article.
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Thanks so much for writing! Much appreciated.
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Fabulous article! I remember seeing you paint two of these. (Pretty sure anyways) Congratulations on this well deserved recognition.
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Yes, I think a few of these were workshop demos a few years back. Thanks Alison!
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Congrats! Your sketches make me want to visit — but perhaps not in the winter 🤣
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Montreal is great in the summer! Come visit.
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Interesting article and wonderful paintings of places in Montreal, my first home town.
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Thanks so much Jean.
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Congratulations, Shari! A really nice article, lots of info packed into a small, readable space. They chose some very nice paintings to illustrate it with!
By the way, I recently purchased your book and am excited to put its ideas and concepts into use. In fact, I recently had the chance . . . I had occasion to sit in a hospital waiting room for several hours. I didn’t have any colors with me but I did have a small sketchbook, a pencil, and a pen. There was an interesting urban view out the window and sketching kept my mind occupied for the better part of an hour, rather than just siting there worrying and stewing. Whether a person’s sketches turn out good or bad, there’s power and magic in being able to entertain yourself by drawing!
Amelia Hansen Kalamazoo, MI
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Amelia, that is so true. I have sketched my way through many a wait in hospitals and doctor’s offices. It really does help to keep the mind occupied. And you’re right about the end result. The benefit is derived from the process, not the product. Thanks so much for writing, and for buying the book!
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Congratulations Shari!
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Thanks Lara!!
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Wonderful article. You deserve all the great kudos.
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Thank you Jeff!
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A restaurant i frequent to just be with people, has pictures of their country. Before I leave i use a piece of paper and sketch one of them. My heart is warmer concluding my activity.
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A restaurant is always a great place to sketch, although if I sketch my food, it gets cold. Thanks for writing.
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What a wonderful article and honour Shari! Perfect words and perfect sketches. A tribute to you, Montreal, and Urban Sketching and a tip of the cap to your early mentors as well. A joy in every way.
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Tony, a big thanks for these kind words.
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Congratulations on the publication in the magazine, and on the release of the new book of course.
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Congrats!!! I will have to look for this magazine. I did see the article with your gladiolas in the Watercolor Artist today when it came in the mail.
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Congratulations! What a wonderful feature!
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Thanks!
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