Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Bregenz

Post-it Note Travel Typography Drawing of Bregenz Austria

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Bregenz

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Bregenz:

On my weekend trip to Zurich Switzerland and Bregenz Austria, A relaxing weekend spent with a friend that lives in the small Austrian town. Bregenz is a charming little town that is based on Lake Constance, nestled between the Swiss and German Borders. Bregenz hosts a annual music festival during the summer months at the world renowned Opera House. A interesting feature of the Opera house is the stage set based on Lake Constance itself and the theatre being in the open air. The opera Theatre was also featured in the Daniel Craig Bond Movie, Quantum of Solace.

– Bregenz Opera House: A traditional opera house, with an open-air lakeside stage, where productions are held in the most spectacular fashion

– The Kunsthaus Gallery: is also internationally renowned amongst aficionados of art and architecture. It was designed by the Swiss architect Peter Zumthor. The gallery has a glass facade, the interior is a open plan space constructed of concrete

– Post Office Building Bregenz: Located near the harbor and the railway station, the Post Office was built in 1895. This grandiose building has the same construction as the Imperial Post Office in the Bad Ischl resort

– Fishersteg Sunset Bar: The balcony over the lake the Fischersteg is a relaxing place for a evening drink overlooking the Lake Constance and Enjoy the sun setting over the horizon.

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Vienna

Moleskine Post It Note inky Type Drawing of Vienna

Cafe Pruckel

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Vienna

Sketching and Drinking Coffee Cafe Sperl

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Vienna. Full of historical culture and charm, Vienna is a buzzing city and a delight to all of the senses. This charismatic city is bursting with culture from well renowned museums and galleries, with a substantial collection of Egon Schiele, stunning architecture and natural beauty. While on my weekend break I visited, Vienna Hofburg, Cafe Prückel, St Stephens Dom and Vienna Opera House. These well know locations have been drawn in my Moleskine Sketch book map project.

Vienna Hofburg: is the former imperial palace which you can find in the centre of Vienna. The palace was Built in the 13th century and expanded over the next few centuries, the palace has been the seat of power of the Habsburg dynasty, and today it is the official residence and workplace of the President of Austria

Cafe Prückel: Classic Viennese cafe with beautiful interiors, Prückel features an intact 1950s design. Its a busy and popular place, strong coffee, tasty cakes and Prückel’s speciality –apple strudel crispy and flaky  served with cream

St Stephens Dom: St. Stephen’s Cathedral is the focus of the city centre and has been the heart of Vienna for centuries. It is one of the most famous Viennese sights

Vienna Opera House: Is a world renowned opera house. The opera house has a sumptuous exterior and interior, it was rebuilt having been destroyed during Word War 2

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Oslo

Travel Post it Note Typographic Drawing of Oslo

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Oslo

Moleskin Maps: Oslo
Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Oslo, On my trip to Oslo, I set out to to discover a city with a rich history. Its a city with a old history, and a city on the move, that has many new interesting architecture buildings and a abundance of art in galleries as well as all around you.

– Munch Museum: Edvard Munch has a unique position among Nordic painters and is considered a pioneer in expressionism. A vast collection of Edward Munch’s work.

– Vigeland Sculpture Park: Sculpture park in the Frogner Park with more than 200 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland, An interesting collection of Large sculptures in bronze, granite and cast iron.

– The Viking Ship Museum: Museum on the Bygdøy peninsula with the world’s best-preserved Viking ships and finds from Viking tombs around the Oslo Fjord.

– The Norwegian National Opera House: Oslo’s Opera House is located right at the harbour, it has a angled, white exterior that appears to rise from the water. you can climb the roof and enjoy panoramic views of Oslo

– The Royal Palace: The royal residence at the top of Karl Johans gate, home to HM King Harald V and HM Queen Sonja.

Moleskine City Map drawings

Copenhagen Moleskine City Map drawing

Dublin Moleskine City Map drawing

Basel Moleskine City Map drawing

Berlin Moleskine City Map drawing

London Moleskine City Map drawing

London Moleskine City Map drawing

London southbank Moleskine City Map drawing

Edinburgh Moleskine City Map drawing

Nottingham Moleskine City Map drawing

Milan Moleskine City Map drawing

Barcelona Moleskine City Map drawing

Budapest Moleskine City Map drawing

London Greenwich Moleskine City Map drawing

Prague Moleskine City Map drawings

Paris Moleskine City Map drawings

Venice Moleskine City Map drawings

Rome Moleskine City Map drawings

Madrid Moleskine City Map drawing

Amsterdam Moleskine City Map drawing

Cologne Moleskine City Map drawing

Vienna Moleskine City Map drawings

Oslo Moleskine City Map drawings

Moleskine City Map drawings, exploring a city in one day really encourages you to make the most of your new surroundings, and fully immerse yourself in a different culture. Every Moleskin Map I draw conveys the enlightening expeditions I experienced while taking in the sights of cities across Europe.

I started on the Moleskin Maps project in October 2015, when I visited Copenhagen as my first day trip. When I embarked on the journey, I had no idea that the project would take me on 12 day trips to Europe’s most beautiful and exciting cities.
Before each trip, there is a thorough planning process. The trip should cost less than £100, covering the return journey, any connections, activities and food. I also draw a rough sketch of the city, which includes all of the locations I plan to visit. Having a plan and doing preliminary sketches gives me more time to explore so I can fully experience the culture and charm of every city.
So far, I’ve drawn 22 Moleskin Maps, and continue to build on my collection with a view to developing the project further with every new trip I take. I would love for my maps to serve as city guides, giving travellers a good idea of how they can quickly and efficiently explore some of the world’s most wondrous cities in a day – and, on a dime.
Moleskin Maps: An Overview

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Madrid

Posit-it Note Travels Madrid

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Madrid

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map Drawing of Madrid. Full of vibrancy and life, Madrid is a bustling city and a delight to all of the senses. This energetic city is rife with culture, stunning architecture and natural beauty. While on my daytrip to Madrid, I visited:

• Royal Palace of Madrid: While the royal family no longer resides here, it is still their official residence. Its architecture was inspired by sketches that Bernini made for the construction of the Louvre in Paris, and features impressive works such as the Throne Hall’s ceiling which has been painted by Tiepolo and a collection of Stradivari instruments in the Royal Chapel.
• Plaza Mayor: The Main Square in Madrid is surrounded by three-story buildings decorated with eye-catching facades. Throughout history, it has set the scene for many diverse events like bullfights, football games and public executions.
•  Museo Nacional Centro De Arte Reina Sofia: The Sofia is Spain’s national museum of 20th Century Art. Dedicated mainly to Spanish art, it houses impressive collections for Salvador Dali and Pablo Picasso.
• El Osoy El Madrono: The Statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree is one of the most famous statues in Madrid. Located in La Puerto del Sol Square in Madrid, it represents the coat of arms for the city.
• Cybele Palace: Originally opened in 1919 as headquarters of Spain’s national postal service, Cybele Palace is now the seat of the City Council. While it is known as an example of modern architecture, its ornate façade makes reference to Spanish

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map drawing of Paris City

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map drawing of Paris City

Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map drawing

Rotering .025 Rapidograph pen and Moleskine Sketchbook inky Map drawing

Described as “the most absorbing city on Earth”, Paris is a city for lovers of culture, cuisine and art. I was eager to explore the City of Lights, taking in its beauty during my day trip by visiting five different locations:

• Arc De Triomphe: As one of the most famous monuments in Paris, the Arc De Triomphe stands 50 metres tall at the west end of the Champs-Elysees in the centre of twelve radiating avenues. The Tomb of the Unknown Solider lies beneath it, which is the site of the first eternal flame in Europe since the Vestal Virgins’ fire was extinguished in the fourth century.

• Sacre Coeur: Constructed between 1875 and 1914, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is located at the highest point in the city. It is a popular landmark in Paris, as its dome provides beautiful panoramic views of the city.

• Eiffel Tower: The Eiffel Tower one of the most recognizable structures in the world – and one of the most visited, seeing over 6 million visitors every year. For 41 years, it held the title of the tallest manmade structure in the world.

• La Grand Roue: The Grand Roue is a Ferris Wheel that provides sweeping views of Paris, and is the perfect way to take in the City of Lights from above.

• Notre Dame: Notre Dame is a medieval cathedral built between 1163 and 1365. It contains some of the most important relics in the Catholic religion, including the Crown of Thorns and one of the Holy Nails.

Moleskine inky Map drawing of Prague City

Moleskine Map Prague

Prague in the main Square during the evening

Post It Travels Prague

Tram Spotting in Prague

Admiring the Views on Charles Bridge, Prague

Moleskine inky Map drawing of Prague City, with diverse architecture across the city, breath-taking views and a thriving art scene, Prague is an exciting destination for any avid traveller. During my time in this extraordinary city, I explored six destinations:

• Prague Castle: Prague Castle is the largest ancient castle in the world, and it features almost every architectural style of the last millennium. Most areas in the castle are open to the public, and tourists can visit various museums, gardens and palaces located at the site.
• Charles Bridge: Charles Bridge crosses the Vltava River, connecting Prague Castle and Old Town. Its 561 metres length is lined with 30 statues created by prominent Baroque sculptors like Matthias Braun and Jan Brokoff.
• The Old Town Square and the Astronomical Clock: This is where the heart of Prague resides, as all of the winding avenues of the Old Town meet here. In the square, you’ll find Prague’s astronomical clock – which features impressive mechanisms which display the positions of the sun, moon, constellations and planets.
• Vitus Cathedral: St Vitus Cathedral is a gorgeous example of Gothic architecture. Tombs of many Bohemian kings and Holy Roman Emperors are located here.
• The Church of Our Lady before Týn: This Gothic church is a prominent structure in Prague’s Old Town, standing high above the city. It is an impressive piece of architecture and can be seen from miles around.
• The Strahov Monastery and Library: Founded in 1143, the Strahov Monastery is home to one of the most valuable libraries which features over 200 000 volumes.

Travel and Leisure Magazine Buffalo Moleskine Food Map

Travel and Leisure Magazine Buffalo Moleskine Food Map

Travel and Leisure Magazine Boston Moleskine Food Map

Travel and Leisure Magazine Buffalo Moleskine Food Map. Travel and Leisure magazine approached me to illustrate a food map of Buffalo City. Buffalo city is upstate and the second largest city in the New York state. Buffalo city has been undergoing a city development boosted by funding. Travel and Leisure magazine invited me to illustrate for their readers. A guide map show casing new and established restaurants in the buffalo area.

The map brief from Travel and Leisure magazine asked me to illustrate in my particular pen and ink detailed style. This was the first time I was asked to draw a map in a moleskine. I then planned to photograph the map to be published for the Travel and Leisure article. I was a an interesting element to my illustration process.

The list from the magazine editor consisted primarily of restaurants, which were to be illustrated for the magazine article. It was interesting as the illustrator to get to know a city I have never traveled to through my illustration of it.

Maps are a good tool to translate real world information into a graphic form that can be easily understood by someone who reads the map. The reader can extract the map information to guide them to their desired destination efficiently. In the age of Smart phones that have digital map apps that guide you, map reading skills are In a slow decline.

I feel tangible maps you can hold and feel will always have a important place in the world. I think its important to keep maps as we have always needed them from maps which had been produced hundreds of years ago to present day map.