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This portrait, drawn with pencil, charcoal, and pen, captures the visionary behind some of the world’s most iconic architecture. Antoni Gaudí (1852–1926) was a Spanish architect known for his unique, nature inspired designs and his role in the Catalan Modernism movement. His most famous work, the Sagrada Família in Barcelona, remains unfinished but continues to inspire visitors from around the world. Through this portrait, I wanted to reflect Gaudí’s deep creativity and dedication to detail, just as he brought imagination to life through stone, I’ve tried to bring him to life through lines and shadows.

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This was me trying to draw someone who was sitting right in front of me… but before I could even finish the sketch, she suddenly got up and left! 😭 So now I’m just left with a half-drawn mystery person. I guess that’s the risk of live sketching, people don’t stay still for long lol. Still, it was a fun challenge, and at least I got some quick practice in! ✍️😂

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In this pen sketch, I wanted to express the connection between emotions and people. The heart in the center represents deep feelings like love, pain, and vulnerability. The hands holding the strings symbolize how we try to manage or control these emotions, sometimes we hold on too tightly, and other times, people tug at our hearts without us realizing. The strings reflect how emotions can connect us, but also how they can complicate relationships.

To bring out the depth and detail, I used 0.1 and 0.05 fineliner pens for the finer lines and intricate textures. I also used a 0.3 pen for bolder outlines and to create contrast between the main elements and the background. The different line weights helped me show softness versus tension in the sketch, emphasizing both the strength and fragility of emotions. This piece is a personal reflection on how emotions shape our connections and how delicate yet powerful they truly are.

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This is me trying to sketch and learn how to draw a portrait, emphasis on trying because honestly, I’m really bad at it hahaha 😂

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For this drawing, I chose to draw and colour Anya, one of my favourite anime characters from Spy x Family. I just love her personality, she’s super cheerful, cute, and clever all at once! Anya always has this ceria and happy vibe that makes people smile, so I wanted to capture that same energy in my drawing.

I used bright and playful colours to match her bubbly personality. The way she smiles and reacts to things is so funny and adorable, so I made sure the colouring feels as fun and light-hearted as she is. This drawing was just a fun way for me to relax, enjoy the process, and bring a bit of Anya’s cheerful spirit onto paper. 💖

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Me trying to play around with charcoal stick after the class

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Another exercise we did in class involved using pens with different line weights.

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Nur Habibah Binti Abd. Rahman
Matric No: 23004214
Faculty: Built Environment
Department: Architecture
Year: Year 2 (a.k.a. officially halfway to being a zombie from too many all-nighters 😅)

Hellooo! I'm Habibah, but you can just call me Bibah . I'm currently surviving Year 2 of Architecture, fueled by coffee, vibes, and last-minute submissions. I love sketching, mostly buildings, sometimes food, and occasionally just random curly lines when I have no idea what I'm doing. Cooking is another one of my superpowers, especially when I'm procrastinating. If the studio's empty, I'm probably in the kitchen pretending to be on MasterChef. Here’s a plot twist, I love babies! 👶 Yup, give me a toddler with a runny nose and I’m still gonna smile and play peek-a-boo. Kids are pure joy (and chaos), and I just can’t resist their cuteness.

In short: I’m a sketching, snack-making, baby-chasing architecture girl just trying to make it through deadlines with a smile hehehe. 💀✨

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For this exercise, I used colour pencils to practice and explore

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This sketch was done during one of our classes, where Miss asked us to draw animals. At first, I was planning to sketch a cat, but then I suddenly remembered a funny moment back in kampung when a frog literally jumped onto my head while I was showering! 😂🐸 Because of that memory, I decided to sketch a frog instead. I used pencil for the main sketch and applied hatching in certain areas to show shadows and texture. For the background, I added some soft shading using charcoal to give more depth and contrast. It was a fun way to turn a random memory into art!

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I drew an apple because it’s my favourite fruit, I seriously love apples and can eat so many in one go 🍎😂. For this sketch, I wanted to try something a little different. I used a variety of coloured pencils to create texture, highlights, and shadows instead of just the usual black or grey. Usually, when people do shading, they stick to darker tones like black or grey, but I wanted to explore how colours can also build depth and make the drawing look more lively and realistic. I layered reds, greens, browns, and even purples to create a more natural and rich look. It was a fun experiment, and it made me realise how colour can really bring simple objects like an apple to life!

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Random sketch using pen during our class

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This sketch of an ayam kampung head was drawn using pen. For the outline, I used a 0.3 fineliner to give it a strong and clear shape. Meanwhile, for the finer details, especially around the eyes and textures, I used a 0.03 pen to add depth and precision. I really wanted to capture the sharp features and unique expression of the chicken using different line weights to make the sketch more dynamic and detailed.

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Again one of our exercise during the class

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For the vegetable sketch, I chose broccoli because it’s also one of my favourites, yes, I seriously loveee broccoli hahaha 🥦💚. For this drawing, I tried using different techniques to show the textures of each part. I used hatching to draw the trunk (the stem) of the broccoli, to show its solid and structured look. As for the fluffy-looking part on top (which is actually called the broccoli crown or florets), I used the scrumbling technique,  that messy, circular motion to create that rough, bumpy texture.

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So actually, before I sketched the apple, I tried drawing an orange first… but it came out a bit “hmm” 😂. Honestly, I didn’t really like how it turned out, but it was part of the process. I was just trying to explore and practice, so even though the orange didn’t go as planned, I still learned something from it. Sometimes the not-so-great sketches help us improve too!

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This sketch of Rumah Tangsi, which I drew right on the spot when I visited the building in Kuala Lumpur. I was sitting right in front of it, trying to capture the architecture as best as I could. After I got back home, I added some colours to the sketch to make it look more vibrant and lively. The colours helped bring out the character of the building and made the sketch feel more complete and expressive.

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This is a sketch of the Great Mosque of Xi’an, one of the most unique examples of Islamic architecture in China. I chose to draw this building because I was really inspired by its architectural style and the intricate details. The combination of traditional Chinese design elements with Islamic features makes it stand out beautifully. I wanted to capture both the cultural blend and the fine craftsmanship through my sketch.

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This is a sketch of Machu Picchu, the famous Inca city in Peru. I chose to draw it because I’ve always been amazed by ancient civilizations and how they built such impressive structures without modern technology. The location, the stonework, and the history behind Machu Picchu really inspired me. I used pen for this sketch, applying different line weights to separate the background, structures, and details. Thicker lines were used for the main outlines, while thinner pens helped me add texture and depth to the stone walls and landscape. It was a great way to practice perspective and architectural detail while exploring one of the world’s greatest historical sites through drawing!

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I sketched some of the detailed parts of the Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul, which is a beautiful example of Gothic architecture. This was definitely one of the most challenging sketches I’ve done so far because the amount of detail in the design is just wow, so intricate and delicate!I used pen for this drawing to capture the fine lines and textures. It really pushed me to be more patient and focused, especially when working on the decorative elements like the arches, spires, and windows. Even though it was tough, I enjoyed the process and learned a lot about Gothic architecture through this sketch.

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This is my practice sketch during our class, actually it can be more dramatic but yeah maybe I was sleepy at that time huhu sorry dr and miss!

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My friends and I during our site visit at Johor Bahru

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My bestfriends dunia akhirat Insya Allah