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Capturing Moments: A Plein Air Journey

Equipped with markers, pens, and watercolor paints, I set off on every journey prepared to document my experiences through Plein Air drawing and painting. Regardless of the destination, be it a new city, country, or locale, I dedicate time to visually and sensually capture the essence of each place. Basking in the sun's warmth and feeling the gentle breeze, I immerse myself in the moment as I translate the scene onto the canvas with the texture of paint or the crisp stroke of a pen. This artistic process enables me to form deeper connections with the places I visit, resulting in truly unique and heartfelt creations.

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Instituto Cajal Landscape, Real Jardin Botanico Alfonso XIII

Instituto Cajal Landscape, Real Jardin Botanico Alfonso XIII, ink and acrylic on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of the big tree trunk and bamboo.

Trunk and Bamboo at the Zoo, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

Sea Lions at the Riverbanks Zoo

Sea Lions at the Riverbanks Zoo, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter titled, Verano. It was created at the Botanical Gardens and

Verano, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of an elephant at the Zoo.

Elephant at the Zoo, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of the South Carolina State Capitol ground.

State Capitol during the Summer, watercolor, marker, pen and ink on paper, 11" x 14"

Drawing of the trees across from the Cajal home in Madrid

Drawing of the trees across from the Cajal home in Madrid, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

Brooklyn Botanical Gardens

Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

Japanese Garden, Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Japanese Garden, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, marker and ink on paper, 11" x 14"

Plein Air Painting of Madrid, Spain, Landscape Outside of Entry way of the First Instituto Cajal

Plein Air Painting of Madrid, Spain, Landscape Outside of Entry way of the First Instituto Cajal, acrylic and ink on paper, 11" x 14"

Foliage up Close at the South Carolina State Capitol

Foliage up Close at the South Carolina State Capitol, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

Flamingos at the Riverbanks Zoo

Flamingos at the Riverbanks Zoo, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a mixed media work by artist Dawn Hunter titled, Verano, Botanical Gardens, Madrid, Spain

Verano, Botanical Gardens, Madrid, Spain, marker, ink and acrylic on paper, 11" x 14"

Caleb's Komfort Ford and Model T

Caleb's Komfort Ford and Model T, marker and ink on paper, 11" x 14"

White Daisies at the Riverbanks Zoo, June in Bloom

White Daisies at the Riverbanks Zoo, June in Bloom, watercolor, ink and acrylic on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of Finlay Park in Columbia, South Carolina.

La Journée Monet, Finlay Park, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of the foliage outside of her kitchen window.

Foliage Outside My Kitchen Window, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter titled, Trees of Retiro Park in Rainbow

Trees of Retiro Park in Rainbow, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a mixed media work by artist Dawn Hunter titled, Green Landscape, Botanical Gardens, Madrid,

Green Landscape, Botanical Gardens, Madrid, Spain, ink and acrylic on paper, 12" x 17"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter titled, Mountain Morning, Neighborhood Street Corner, Joseph

Mountain Morning, Neighborhood Street Corner, Joseph, Oregon, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter titled, Bamboo at the Zoo. It was created at the Riverbanks

Bamboo at the Zoo, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter titled, Afternoon Hammock, Summertime Mountain View, Joseph,

Afternoon Hammock, Summertime Mountain View, Joseph, Oregon, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a Plein air drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of the downtown area of Joseph, Oregon.

Downtown Walk, Joseph, Oregon, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of the UCBerkeley campus.

UCBerkeley, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter titled, Plein Air Drawing of an Anthropomorphic Rock Formati

Plein Air Drawing of an Anthropomorphic Rock Formation, Alicante, Spain, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of a small tree in her backyard.

Backyard View, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of the Joseph Hardware Store, Joseph, OR.

Joseph Hardware Store, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of Finlay Park, Columbia, SC.

Finlay Park, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of foliage at the Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens.

Twisting Blue, marker, pen and ink on paper, 9" x 12"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of exotic foliage and bamboo at the Atlanta Botanical Garden

Textures at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of Blue Leaves at the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

Blue Leaves, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, Columbia, SC.

Twisting Branch, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of the Atlanta Botanical Gardens.

Big Foliage, Atlanta Botanical Gardens, 9" x 12"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of some of the landscaping and architecture at the Riverbank

Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, Columbia, SC, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

Windblown Trees of the Berkeley Marina

Windblown Trees of the Berkeley Marina, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

Riverbanks Zoo Flamingos through the Foliage

Riverbanks Zoo Flamingos through the Foliage, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter featuring Foliage in the Bird exhibit at the Riverbanks Zoo

Foliage in the Birdhouse, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, Columbia, SC, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

Backyard view Joseph, OR

Backyard view Joseph, OR, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

View from Bedroom Window

View from Bedroom Window, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing by artist Dawn Hunter of the waterfall at Finlay Park.

Waterfall at Finlay Park, Columbia, SC, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

Backyard, Small Tree and Curving Vines

Backyard, Small Tree and Curving Vines, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

Summer Swim at the Lake

Summer Swim at the Lake, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

Sunset, Curved Wall and Trees at Finlay Park

Sunset, Curved Wall and Trees at Finlay Park, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

Summer Swim at Wallowa Lake #2

Summer Swim at Wallowa Lake #2, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

Ariel View of the Curved Architecture of Finlay Park

Ariel View of the Curved Architecture of Finlay Park, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

Red Daisies at the Riverbanks Zoo

Red Daisies at the Riverbanks Zoo, marker, ink and acrylic on paper, 11" x 14"

Foliage at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens

Foliage at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, Green Trees and Blue Light

Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, Green Trees and Blue Light, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

South Carolina State Capitol Painting

South Carolina State Capitol Painting, acrylic on Yupo, 11" x 14"

Flamingos at the Riverbanks Zoo, #2

Flamingos at the Riverbanks Zoo, #2, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

Plein Air Painting of the Botanical Gardens, Madrid, Spain

Plein Air Painting of the Botanical Gardens, Madrid, Spain, ink and acrylic on paper, 11" x 14"

View of Curved Walkway from John Porter during the rain (1)

View of Curved Walkway from John Porter during the rain, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

This is a drawing of Finlay Park by artist Dawn Hunter.

Finlay Park, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

Landscape Study at the Riverbanks Zoo

Landscape Study at the Riverbanks Zoo, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

Layered Landscape, Finlay Park

Layered Landscape, Finlay Park, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

Dawn Hunter's drawing of the Berkeley Marina early in the morning.

Berkeley Marina, marker and pen on paper, 11" x 14"

Curved Afternoon, Bright Light at Finaly Park

Curved Afternoon, Bright Light at Finaly Park, marker and pen on paper, 9" x 12"

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