Gary J. Kirkpatrick

Category: Sicily

  • Selinunte, Greek era temples

    Selinunte, Sicily

    Selinunte is my favorite site for Greek temples, in large measure because of the setting. It overlooks the Med. The Acropolis in Athens and i Valli dei Tempi in Agrigento are a very close second, especially the former for its dramatic views from a distance. Watercolor sketch about 4.5 x 5.75″ , 10 x 15 cm. Fits in a pocket so good for on the spot work.

    My grandparents were born nearby. In fact Selinunte was fed by an aqueduct that originated in Partanna.

    I will write about our travels in Sicily, including our visit to Selinunte and Agrigento.

  • Watercolor sketches from Sicily

    During our travels in Sicily in September 2021 I came across many dramatic scenes, both in nature and in the towns and cities we visited.

    Modica from the Church, watercolor
    Modica from the Church, watercolor sketch, approx 3 x 5″
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    Lombardi Castle, Enna, Sicily pen and ink sketch, approx 3 x 5″
    enna lombardi castle color
    Lombardi Castle, Enna, Sicily, watercolor sketch from pen and ink then digital colors, approx 3 x 5″
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    Agrigento, watercolor sketch, approx 3 x 5″