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Susan  Olson's avatar

The sketchbook passport surely has many lovely memories and stories. The local's interactions get a story to tell about their day too. I love DO's Portugal beach story about feeling down, but then sketching the clamming lady, sketching herself right of the blues. She sums up "just show up" in all her sketches. I appreciated her Moroccan family story and the learning the line of sardine travel after offloading sardine boat--a spirited sketch that ! Thanks for showcasing Olivier's work!

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Bill Russell's avatar

I think Diane appreciates the 'power' of travel/drawing and 'gives back' energetically.

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Sharon's avatar

I just met Diane for the first time at the figurative show at Sausalito Center for the Arts, so it was fascinating to read the backstory! Although isn’t her last name Olivier, not Oliver?

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DIANE OLIVIER's avatar

HAHAHAHA!!! I didn't even notice that!!!!

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Bill Russell's avatar

Thanks for spotting that Sharon.

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Jenn's avatar

So lovely, thank you for sharing. What gorgeous sketches and inspiration to get out and make something. Thank you.

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