Drawing - 'Weekend Box'

Drawing - 'Weekend Box'

Ed McLachlan

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This sketch shows a row of small brick buildings with people inside. Some are sitting on beds or cots, looking tired. One man stands outside, pointing toward a distant train track. The buildings are simple, with a few personal items like shoes and a clock on the ground. The title hints this might be about temporary shelters—maybe weekend getaways or makeshift homes. The loose, quick lines make it feel raw and immediate. Check out cross-hatching to see how artists build texture with just lines.

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