1917
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Building the Camp is a 1917 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a busy construction site with lots of people and tents. The ground is muddy, and there’s a mix of small buildings and makeshift shelters. A few trees and hills rise in the background, and a road cuts through the middle of the scene. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to show movement and activity. It feels like a snapshot of a moment in time, not a polished drawing. Next, check out how this was made using lithography.
Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.
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