The Queen City

Like many cities across the country, Cincinnati has seen an amazing revitalization to our underutilized and older neighborhoods in the downtown area. From the newly developed riverfront Smale park to the restoration of the historic Italianate buildings of Over-the-Rhine (OTR), this drawing captures every building in a 2 sq miles and is a celebration of the people and the places created and saved for future generations. While time intensive, the illustration's delicate lines make capturing even the smallest details possible. The maze of line work also gives camouflage to the dozens of Easter eggs hidden among the buildings that further celebrate specific areas of the city. From a Mario Piranha Plant marking the local arcade to a zipper joining two roads, the city and drawing will continue to delight for those willing to look. Zoom in and see what you can find.