a few sketches from the plane, going and coming...

I always select a window seat on flights, if given the choice.  This time I had window seats reserved for both flights--however, when I boarded in Atlanta a lady was in my assigned seat by the window.  She asked if I'd mind changing with her and taking an aisle seat.  My usual compliant nature didn't come forth--I said, "No... I'd like my seat, please."  I wasn't huffy but I intended to SIT BY THE WINDOW so I could see the land, the sky, the clouds as we traveled the 1000 + miles from Atlanta to Albuquerque.  She moved, not a problem... but, by even mentioning it here I know I still feel guilty about insisting on the seat.  Oh well.

I draw and photograph when I'm looking out.  This time I did a sort of running commentary in notation about what was happening as the flight progressed.  Here are a few of the sketchbook pages--these are in a small sketchbook that I can carry in my purse.  Drawings were done with felt-tip pen and also a small pack of colored pencils that I carry with me.  I did make a few photos from the window but mostly just drew.  Both flights were exceptionally good ones.

Most of the time this sort of sketching is just to remind me later of some of the details of a trip.  But a portion of one of the field sketches might be able to turn into a design for a tapestry... I'll consider it more: