Drawn Observations
Drawn observation: Inspired by the black and white landscape photography of legendary photographers by the likes of Robert Adams, Xander’s other drawing passion is to document the natural world through the medium of pencil and pen.
Xander’s landscape observations are drawn at a scale of 210x148mm (A5) using a mixture of graphite, carbon and ink. As with his portrait work this combination of materials results in contrast rich images, with a full value range from absolute white through to deep dark blacks.
Through multiple ongoing ‘series’ of work Xander’s ‘drawn observations’ are available to purchase as limited edition prints, with the original drawing’s being placed on display in various locations around the country, along with his miniature portrait works.
Cornwall:
Inspired by the rugged Cornish cost line this collection of observations depict various iconic view points. All images drawn using a mix of graphite, carbon and pen on white Bristol board (210x148mm)
Cornwall | Observation One | Polly Joke Beach | Pencil & Pen on Bristol board | 210x148mm
Cornwall | Observation Two | Nanjizal Beach | Pencil & Pen on Bristol board | 210x148mm
Cornwall | Observation Three | Great Western Beach | Pencil & Pen on Bristol board | 210x148mm
Cornwall | Observation Four | Merlins Cave | Pencil & Pen on Bristol board | 210x148mm
Cornwall | Observation Five | Trevaunance Cove | Pencil & Pen on Bristol board | 210x148mm
Cornwall | Observation Six | Bedruthan Steps | Pencil & Pen on Bristol board | 210x148mm
Yosemite:
Drawn observations depicting various natural landmarks within Yosemite valley, California. All images drawn using a mix of graphite, carbon and pen on white Bristol board (210x148mm)
Yosemite | Observation One 'El Capitan' | Pencil & Pen on Bristol board | 210x148mm
Yosemite | Observation Two 'Half Dome' | Pencil & Pen on Bristol board | 210x148mm
Yosemite | Observation Three 'Merced River' | Pencil & Pen on Bristol board | 210x148mm
Yosemite | Observation Four 'Tunnel View' | Pencil & Pen on Bristol board | 210x148mm
General Observations:
An ongoing collection of observations from places traveled. All images drawn using a mix of graphite, carbon and pen on white Bristol board (210x148mm)
General Observation | Moraine Lake, Banff | Pencil & Pen on Bristol board | 210x148mm
General Observation | Matterhorn, Switzerland | Pencil & Pen on Bristol board | 210x148mm