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Worlds Above

This art print of a drawing done with white pencil on black paper depicts a tree from the underside, looking into the sky, with branches going every which way

This signed print is available in 10″ x 8″, and 14″ x 11″ sizes. For more information and to purchase, click here: Under the Tree Print Black and White Pencil Drawing 8×10 and 11×14 Inch Woodland Art Dramatic Forests, Trees, Foliage – Etsy

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Radiant Forest Morning

Art Print wall hanging of black and white drawing depicting light filtering through forest trees

This signed print is available in 10″ x 8″, and 14″ x 11″ sizes. For more information and to purchase, click here: Radiant Forest Morning Print Black and White Pencil Drawing 8×10 and 11×14 Inch Woodland Art Dramatic Forests, Trees, Foliage – Etsy

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Sailboat Drawing

This signed print is available in 10″ x 8″, 14″ x 11″, and 19″ x 13″ sizes. For more information and to purchase, click here: Sailboat Fine Artwork Print, Signed Charcoal Pencil Drawing Various Sizes Coastal Nautical Decor Seaside Boat Wall Art Unframed – Etsy

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Forest Bridge

This signed print is available in 10″ x 8″, 14″ x 11″, and 19″ x 13″ sizes. For more information and to purchase, click here: Forest Bridge Print Black and White Pencil Drawing 11×14 Inches Woodland Art Dramatic Forests, Trees, Foliage – Etsy

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Overgrown Tree

This signed print is available in 10″ x 8″, 14″ x 11″, and 19″ x 13″ sizes. For more information and to purchase, click here: Overgrown Tree Print Black and White Pencil Drawing 8×10 Inches Woodland Art Dramatic Forests, Trees, Foliage – Etsy

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Tugboat

This signed print is available in 10″ x 8″, 14″ x 11″, and 19″ x 13″ sizes. For more information and to purchase, click here: Tugboat Fine Artwork Print, Signed Charcoal Pencil Drawing Various Sizes Coastal Nautical Decor Historic Seaside Boat Wall Art – Etsy

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Abandoned Train

oil painting of a yellow train, abandoned and old, sitting unmoving on the tracks

This signed print is available in 10″ x 8″, 14″ x 11″, and 19″ x 13″ sizes. For more information and to purchase, click here: Abandoned Train Art Print, Signed Yellow Boxcar Landscape Oil Painting Decor Rural Americana Fine Artwork Historic Railway Wall Art – Etsy

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Orcas Island Sailboat #1, Charcoal and Pencil on Paper, 2023

Orcas Island Sailboat Art Print Drawing
Orcas Island Sailboat Art Print Drawing

Capturing Memories

It’s not often that I break out the pencil or charcoal and start to draw, but yesterday I was feeling inspired. The day before, I had set aside my paintbrushes to dry after cleaning them, knowing that I wouldn’t be able to use them anytime soon. I was feeling creative, though, so I thought, “Well! You haven’t drawn in a while.”

And that’s true! The most recent drawing I had done was some sort of a speedy drawing for Instagram. I hadn’t sat down for a good set period of time, with the intention of drawing with accuracy and artistry.

So, that day I decided to draw this sailboat that I took a picture of on my honeymoon. There are such great and fond memories I have of the time together on Orcas Island. The desire to record that memory through art really appeals to me. I went to work and soon found myself frustrated. I was rusty! The materials didn’t feel right in my hands and I had this haphazard approach to the project. It ended in shambles.

But there was still this little part of me that enjoyed getting back into using charcoal.

Yesterday, I decided to approach it again. This time, I had a plan. I was going to start with charcoal, but then dive into pencil, while also utilizing a soft brush to spread the charcoal around a bit more easily. I was already somewhat familiar with the subject, but this time I really focused in on making sure things looked right. For the ropes and lines, I used a ruler to ensure accuracy (my heart argued with my brain and was like, “That’s cheating!”)

So here it is! I’m really happy with it and hoping to ride the emotional momentum into some more inspired drawings. It’s just nice to change the pace a little bit. I’ve been so into oils lately that I want to mix it up.

If you like this drawing, you can have it!

As an art print! – Orcas Island Sailboat Art Print – Adam Kenney Art

  • Printed and shipped (for free) in sizes 8×10, 8.5×11, 11×14, or 13×19 (signed and numbered)
  • or as a Downloadable File – in all kinds of sizes (just select downloadable from the dropdown menu)

Or even as a greeting card! – Orcas Island Sailboat Greeting Cards – Adam Kenney Art