Hi again everyone. You know, when I permanently lost the use of my hands, I never thought that I’d ever experience the joy of sketching and doodling. But the Lord would not have it. Four months after coming out of the hospital, I discovered a free software developed for quadriplegics by grad-students of Boston University. Implementing the built-in webcam of my laptop, the program, Camera Mouse, would laterally track a designated point on my glasses causing the mouse-arrow to move left, right, up and down. But inspiration didn’t stop there. By the grace of the Lord, I can still move my left thumb and it was strong enough to press down the left-clicker of a mouse. So, with a mouse literally strapped on my hand, an old Photoshop program as my canvas and a few handy onscreen tools, I was able to produce 250 drawings or so, three of which I would like to show for your consideration:
Rockwall Passage [LS-2020-1012] – I was virtually touring the UK with Google Earth when I found this scenery. I think it was around the picturesque Lake District. I think… Unfortunately, I had not taken note of its actual location. I was so enamored by the scenery, I had to draw it. However, I was hoping to draw a more weathered ladder over the rockwall but the ladder looked brand new and painted white. Well, it was still a fun sketch to do.
Corn [SL-2020-1013] – One time, I was challenged to create drawings that could adorn the humble walls of a kitchen. Well, how about an ear of corn? I have to say that as I meticulously drew each kernel, it was quite therapeutic.
Crate of Eggs [SL-2020-1014] – My mind tends to be attracted by the things of nostalgia. Well, I found this vintage ad of an old fashioned egg carrier on the net. Take note the sketch is emphasizing the egg crate more than the eggs.
Other sketches in my portfolio:
- Tree by Stream [LS-2020-1008]
- Sextant [SI-2025-1010]
- Nets and floaters [SI-2025-1011]
- Beach Access [LS-2025-1009]
- A Spool of Twine [SL-2019-1005]
- The Writers’ Museum [AR-2023-1006]
- Twisted Rock [SI-2023-1007]
- Abandoned Shacks on Stilts [SI-2020-1001]
- A Gnarled Olive Tree on a Beach [SI-2020-1004]
- Basketman [PE-2020-1002]
- The Boatwreck [SI-2025-1003]
If you are interested in my sketches, then you’ll need to know the following:
[1] Make ORDERS to my email.
JOHANN QUISUMBING Email: johannquis@gmail.com
[2] Choose the sketch or sketches you want to purchase.
- Make sure to include the inventory number provided in your order. Some sketches may have the same title.
[3] Print Size = 8R [8 x 11 inches; 20.3 x 25.4 cm]
Note: Art Prints look better printed on matte paper (300 gsm)
[4] Price = PhP 350/print (PhP = Philippine Peso)
[5] Choose delivery option:
- Actual Prints – provide your delivery address incl. zip code and mobile phone number.
- Printables – provide email address (expect quick delivery upon payment)
[6] Once I have all your ORDER DATA, I will email back to you what you ordered with the final TOTAL COST (including delivery charges) and info you will need for payment.
Note: I have opted to NOT include frames due to unreliability of supply and frequent price changes.
Johann Quisumbing 