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The Palace of Justice at Piazza Cavour 
sketchbook page, Fabriano Artistico rough


Summer is here with more options to sketch outdoors. A recent errand gave me the opportunity to sit on a bench in Piazza Cavour for what ended up being a good while. Thankfully I found myself ready because I had not forgotten my sketching gear. Piazza Cavour is where the Palace of Justice is located. It is also a great place to sit and enjoy the shade provided by the many palm trees. There are water fountains available, an added bonus when I needed to clean my brushes.


I thought it would be interesting to sketch a section of the Palace, it is very ornate...so many details! 




 view of the Piazza

If you would like to visit this landmark virtually click here  and see the live webcam.





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  1. Christiane Kingsley25 June 2017 at 18:12

    Very nice, Celia. Lucky lady to be living in Rome!

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  2. juliefordoliver.blogspot.com25 June 2017 at 23:56

    Wonderful sketch. Good touch to place the people in to give the sense of scale.
    Okay - so I admit to envy that you can live near a spot like this. ..lucky, lucky you!
    I am off to watch the live webcam and maybe it will help

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  3. Judy26 June 2017 at 10:13

    Great sketch, Celia! What a wonderful spot for sketching!

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  4. Salty Pumpkin Studio26 June 2017 at 17:24

    Beautiful watercolor. A Happy Summer to you Celia!

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  5. Debbie Nolan26 June 2017 at 19:21

    Dear Celia - this is a beautiful sketch. What a gorgeous place to have the opportunity to capture. Hope you will be doing more of these. Lets one see your lovely part of the world. Have a great day. Hugs!

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  6. Joan Tavolott27 June 2017 at 02:50

    Lovely sketch of the Palace of Justice! I like your details on the building and the lovely, shady palm. I clicked on the link and got to see it at night.

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  7. Jane28 June 2017 at 08:59

    You managed to block out so much from the real scene painting just the essential and keeping a wonderful light, great scene ! How lucky you were prepared with your sketching gear, wish I were just as organized :-)

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  8. hmuxo3 July 2017 at 02:53

    Your sketch is beautiful Celia! All the details look very challenging.... I think living in Rome would be so magical. Enjoy your day!!

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  9. Mary1 August 2017 at 02:10

    What an amazing sketch, Celia! You have captured the lovely details of this building. And your sparing addition of color is just perfect.

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