I’ve drawn this view before but not in this way. I tried to create layers that could bring the trees closer and push the buildings of the skyline further back into the distance. I could draw buildings and clouds and trees forever. I’ve started listening to the Talking Heads while I draw. They sing about buildings a lot. They get it.
I may have messed with saturation/contrast/lightness too much. I like how the colors pop, though:
The drawing below shows the process, though I created it once I had finished:
Most of the line drawing:
Photo 1:
Photo 2:
Lorna Phone 
talking heads are class
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californians have a special relationship with clouds (if they like them), since they have so many cloudless days. Your clouds are great
What beautiful illustrations! I nominated you for the Blog on Fire Award, since your blog is so awesome. You can find more about it here: http://emptynotebook.wordpress.com/2013/01/04/blog-on-fire-award/
Happy 2013!
very cool! my favorite so far!
I love your artwork and how you show the process. Thanks so much for your follow, I look forward to your posts!