Yesterday for history/sketching we went to Trajan's Forum, which has Trajan's column and the very cool markets of Trajan. There was an exhibit going on by Ken Yasuda called "Touching Time." All around the markets Yasuda inserted sculptures, which were typically smooth marble. This texture contrasted greatly to the rough texture of the remaining markets. Ironically you were allowed to sit on, climb in, and whatever else you could think of to all the modern sculptures, but they were much more particular about the old fragments/ruins. The markets were surprisingly intact, and there were tons of small rooms/stalls that you could wander into. You could also get to the top of the markets, which offered a spectacular view. Its surprising how many buildings in Rome you can actually get to the top of, it allows you to see a semi-bird's eye view the city from many different vantage points.
Thursday was also my 4th drawing session with Frank Ching, architectural drawing expert. The class spreads itself around the area we are visiting, and then in the course of an hour or two Frank comes around and critiques each students drawings. Its rather amazing how he can add one or two lines to your drawing and they suddenly look 10 times better. Below is a shot of everyone taking notes and sketching during a brief history lesson.
Nuns: 86 Priests: 34
2 comments:
Where's the explanation of all the poor headless souls in statue park?
Head out to Circus Maximus and that garden area right by the Coliseum before it gets too cold.
Hi, just came across your blog while searching for frank ching articles. Seems that you are studying archtecture. I am studying it too at Singapore. Hope to discuss more about Architecture with you in the future. :)
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