Shotgun Serenity

This artwork captures the quiet soul of a New Orleans shotgun house, a timeless symbol of Southern architecture and culture. Rendered in pencil, the piece focuses on the simple yet evocative details of the front façade—a pair of weathered rocking chairs sit beneath a shuttered window, inviting thoughts of warm evenings, slow conversations, and the gentle rhythm of daily life. The heavy shadows in the shutters and doorway contrast with the soft texture of the walls, creating a sense of both history and stillness. A tangle of leaves from a nearby branch creeps into the frame, grounding the scene in nature and hinting at the life that surrounds these stoic structures. This sketch isn't just a study in architecture—it's a quiet homage to the spirit of community, resilience, and the passage of time that defines New Orleans.