When you're packing for a trip, it helps to have a list. One more thing you might want to add, besides clothes and a camera, are art supplies. But what if you're flying instead of driving? Is there a TSA requirement? I hope not, because your next trip could result in a map on They Draw & Travel, if you've got the skills.
They Draw & Travel features maps illustrated by artists from around the world. And the term applies to professional and amateur artists. Hint: If you can't get your brushes, paint, markers or canvas through airport security, you might want to pack them carefully in a suitcase, or wait until you get home to sketch out your maps-ter-piece. That's a new word.
They Draw & Travel was created by Nate Padavick and Salli Swindell, a brother/sister design and illustration team who work under the name of Studio SSS and live in Ohio and Massachusetts, respectively.
What follows are a few examples from the site, of places people have visited, hope to visit, or like to call home.
What location would you draw? What would you include? The site also is a wander-ful resource if you're looking for a place to go, and unusual spots to visit.
You can sign up to submit a map right here. See the TDAT site for full maps. These are only snippets.
2. Division Street Love in Chicago, Illinois, by April Nemeth
3. Valencia, Spain, by Rai Josep
If you think this site is unique, you must not have seen its sister, They Draw and Cook.
Really. A collection of illustrated recipes.
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