This Greek Orthodox church known as St. Spiridon Cathedral is just a few blocks from where I work. Many Russian, Serb and Greek immigrants settled in this part of town just south of Lake Union in the late 19th century and early 20th century.
I am fascinated by the look of it every time I walk by and I finally sketched it on a recent sunny November afternoon. After I finished it, I went to the deli next door to get a sandwich. I don't remember the deli's name because at work we just call it 'the Russians.' I had the "prosciutto classic" on ciabatta bread.
For more information about this church built in 1941 you can visit this page at History Link dot org. The congregation itself also has a sharp looking website at Saint Spiridon dot org. I also found a nice set of photos at wikimedia.
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Very rapid sketch, interesting look too!
Gabi, I tried to leave a comment about this sketch on your Seattle blog yesterday, but it wouldn't take.
There's something about this drawing that pulls you right into its space---it's very direct and fresh. I'm glad you finally succumbed to making the sketch and sharing it.
Dammit, you are good.
Beautifully done...I feel as if I could walk right in the doors...
Very cool drawing. There's a sort of light-heartedness to the drawing style which contrasts nicely with this imposing and very serious structure.
I used to walk past this church every day on the way to work. Very cool place, and you've captured it well!
How neat and trim, even cute!
really interesting, thanx
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