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The pictures shown on this page are mixed media on 100% rag paper. They have been the basis for larger paintings in many cases.
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At the Art Fair
Pencil, pen & ink, wax crayon and watercolour. 3" x 5" (approx.)
It is always interesting to view this large show at the Convention Centre in Toronto, and certain exhibitors always bring very beautiful works.

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At the Art Fair II
Pencil, pen & ink, wax crayon and watercolour, 3" x 5" (approx.)
On the same occasion, two art dealers sat down for a chat while the drawing was already underway. It seemed possible that one of them was aware of my activities and did this on purpose.

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The Yellow Line
Pencil, pen & ink, wax crayon and watercolour, 3" x 5"(approx.)
The line behind which one must stand for safety's sake has often provided a welcome jolt of colour in the subway stations in Toronto, which can sometimes be dull otherwise. This is the north end of Spadina Station.

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The Yellow Line II
Pencil, pen & ink, wax crayon and watercolour, 6" x 4" (approx.)
At a different station, Osgoode, and on this occasion someone deliberately positioned himself so as to be included in the drawing.

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Trucks and Pylons (detail)
Pencil, pen & ink, wax crayon and watercolour, 4" x 6" (approx.)
The pattern created by the repetition of these similar elements, has been a source of some interest over the years. In the distance is University College at the University of Toronto, which is a favourite subject in itself.

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Trucks and Pylons II: Mean Girls
Pencil, pen & ink, wax crayon and watercolour, 4" x 6" (approx.)
This drawing indicates the presence of another film crew in a different neighbourhood.

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The West Door
5" x 8" (approx.)
This picture shows the West door of Union Station in Toronto, drawn on site in pencil and finished in pen & ink, wax crayon and watercolour.

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On the Beach VI
3" x 5" (approx.)
This drawing was done in pencil and wax crayon on site, at Crystal Crescent Beach in Nova Scotia, and finished in the studio in pen & ink and watercolour. It is in a private collection.

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