John Ruskin had once said, “To draw the Leaf, is to know the Forest.” For generations this has been the practice of architects on their sojourns throughout Europe and the world; sketchbook in hand, recording buildings, details and landscapes- recording life. Regretfully, this practice has been relinquished over time to the camera, and now onto the even more convenient mobile phone. One can race through cities, villages and fields snapping shots without ever losing step. We can even share it with our friends instantly, or immediately post it on our wall- our modern day documentary of our exciting lives. But do we see what we are shooting? I mean, do we really see? Although, I carry a sketchbook when I travel, I’m all too…
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