Marram Grass sketch Day 187 and a sketch of the Marram Grass (Ammophila arenaria). These dense spiky tufts of grass are at their peak of splendour with flowering stems. These are an important perennial species as their root system helps to stabilize the sand dunes.
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Day 186, of my 2016 sketch a day challenge
Herring Gull on moorings sketch On of my favorite views down on the Blackshore, Southwold Harbour looking towards Walberswick church along the moorings across the River Blyth. And typically there was as usual Herring Gulls sitting on them.
Day 185, of my 2016 sketch a day challenge
Through the Marram Grass As I walk towards the sea on Kessingland beach I always catch my first glimpse of the sea through the Marram Grass. The Marram Grass (Ammophila arenaria) at the moment is in full flower.
Day 184, of my 2016 sketch a day challenge
Single Street Martello tower sketch This Martello sketch sits exactly between the one at shingle street and Bawdsey at Alderton and is a grade II listed building. It is an uninhabited tower. It is interesting as it is the site of two war defences, the first is the Martello tower itself which was constructed in […]
Day 183, of my 2016 sketch a day challenge
Half way through the year So here we are day 183, the 1st of July and half way through the year. Thank you for all you kind comments and encouragement I hope you continue to enjoy them for the next 183 days. Please keep liking and sharing and giving me that little bit of encouragement […]