What interests me about a place are the vignettes, the glimpses, the details that give texture and character to the larger context. Add to that the fact that it rained and was overcast much of our visit and you'll understand why you aren't seeing big, Texas-sized panoramas here. I fell in love with this beautiful city and for an East Coast francophile, that's saying a lot! You aren't allowed to take photos or sketch inside the Alamo, so guess what I sketched? 
Yesterday we went to Mission San Jose, the largest and most important of the historic missions south of the city. It is a beautiful, tranquil and uplifting place. Here are two tiny views.
More sketches to come!
Sensational! Each of these is more luscious than the one before it. I think I like the window detail and the fountain the best.
Posted by: Jana Bouc | March 28, 2007 at 02:06 AM
Muchas gracias, everybody! It's nice to hear that others are enjoying these small slices of San Antonio. I urge you to go and visit, if you haven't. It is a wonderful, wonderful place.
Posted by: Laura | March 25, 2007 at 12:36 PM
I love San Antonio. A truly beautiful old Texas city. Your sketches, as always, are a delight to behold, and bring me back fondly to the Riverwalk and all the wonderful nooks and crannies of that place. This is classically a good time to visit Texas too, before the Summer heat kicks in, with the bluebonnets in full bloom. The more I look at your beautiful watercolor renderings, the more I want to get on a plane out of California and head over there. Thank you for posting these. I hope the sun came out for you eventually :)
Posted by: Anthony | March 25, 2007 at 12:52 AM
Well, typepad ate my comment... But welcome back all the same.
I like these: the roof that turns into garden, and window that starts to curl and frolic, and water dribbled by fountains.
Posted by: marly | March 24, 2007 at 09:13 PM
Can only add to the praise, I love the window especially! It's so interesting to see these unusual places through your eyes.
Posted by: Felicity | March 24, 2007 at 11:42 AM
I've never been to Texas and always wanted to visit. I clasped my hands with delight at the window at the Mission in San Jose, oh how I do love ornate and beautifully detailed things. Delightful dear Laura, just as delightful as you are!
Posted by: Maggie | March 24, 2007 at 10:02 AM