Wrigley Building
This drawing of the Wrigley Building was executed on location as part of an architectural tour of the city of Chicago. The goal of the exercise was to sketch the structure within ten minutes with only a pencil. The quick execution of the drawing in direct sunlight necessitated an attention to proportion and movement as opposed to detail. The subject of the drawing included the symmetry of the structure as well as the light on the historical façade.
This activity made me realize that the value of drawing outdoors also lies in sensing the space. Each line I drew resonated with the sound of the city that surrounded me. The noise of the cars moving on the road, the sound of the river flowing, as well as the movement of passersby—all of these contributed to the rhythmic flow. This lesson taught me how observation and architecture can come together to create an understanding of design on the spot.
Focus Area: Sketch