Alyssa Denise FINE ART
ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS
Details of York Minster
York, England
This study captures the intricate stone carving of York Minster, one of the greatest Gothic cathedrals in Northern Europe. Every leaf and curve reflects the devotion and craftsmanship of medieval stonemasons, whose work sought to transform faith into architecture. The detail shown here forms part of the Minster’s soaring interior, where light and shadow emphasise the sculptural depth of the tracery. Within these carvings lies the essence of Gothic artistry, uniting structure and ornament in a vision of divine beauty.
Details of Leeds
Leeds, England
This drawing captures the ornate stonework of Quebec House, once home to the Leeds Labour Party headquarters. The building, situated on Quebec Street, reflects the architectural ambition of early twentieth-century Leeds, where civic pride and craftsmanship converged. Its richly carved façade embodies the confidence of the city’s industrial and political heritage. Through the play of light across sculpted surfaces, the work reveals the enduring elegance of Leeds’ urban fabric and the artistry embedded within its architectural past.
Details of York Minster
York, England
This drawing captures the refined stonework of York Minster, a masterpiece of English Gothic architecture. The clustered columns and deeply carved foliage demonstrate the precision and artistry of fourteenth-century craftsmanship. Each motif, inspired by nature, reflects the medieval belief that divine beauty could be revealed through material form. Within these details, the cathedral’s grandeur is distilled to its essence, celebrating the harmony between structure, ornament, and light.
Details of York
York, England
This drawing explores the rich craftsmanship found in York’s historic architecture. The intricate carvings, inspired by Renaissance and Baroque ornament, reveal the city’s layered heritage and the artistry of its master builders. Each scroll and leaf captures the interplay between structure and embellishment, uniting precision with imagination. Through close observation, the composition celebrates the enduring beauty of York’s architectural fabric and the timeless dialogue between craft and form.
Orante Columns
Scarbrough, North Yorkshire, England
This study depicts the elegance of the Corinthian order, where structure and ornament achieve perfect balance. The fluted shafts rise with measured grace to capitals adorned with acanthus leaves and volutes, symbolising both strength and refinement. Such detailing reflects the enduring influence of classical architecture, where beauty was seen as a form of harmony. Through light and shadow, the drawing captures the vitality of stone craftsmanship and the timeless ideals of proportion and ornament that continue to define Western architectural tradition.
St Pauls Cathedral
St Pauls Cathedral, London, England
Rising above the London skyline, St Paul’s Cathedral stands as Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece and a lasting emblem of resilience. Completed in 1710 following the Great Fire of London, it was conceived as both a spiritual beacon and an architectural triumph of the English Baroque. The great dome, among the largest in the world, symbolises the unity of heaven and earth, commanding the city with quiet grandeur. Through centuries of change, from wartime endurance to national ceremony, St Paul’s continues to embody the enduring spirit of London.
Upon the Eastgate Clock
View of the Eastgate Clock, Chester, England
The Eastgate Clock stands above the historic gateway to the Roman fortress of Deva Victrix, now the city of Chester. Erected in 1899 to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria, it has since become one of England’s most photographed timepieces after Big Ben. The ornate ironwork and gilded detailing exemplify the decorative flair of late Victorian craftsmanship, while its placement upon the medieval sandstone arch preserves a tangible link between Chester’s Roman origins and its later Edwardian grandeur.
Highstreet Perspective
London, England
This drawing captures the refined geometry of a London streetscape, where classical ornament meets the rhythm of urban life. The composition emphasises the interplay of height, symmetry, and repetition that defines the city’s late nineteenth-century architecture. Each bay window and cornice contributes to a collective grandeur that speaks of commercial prosperity and civic pride. Through careful linework, the piece reflects both the elegance of the period and the enduring architectural character of London’s high streets.
The Cambridge Collection
The Collegiate Series
Part of The Collegiate Series by Alyssa Denise Fine Art
Set within the architectural heart of Britain’s oldest university city, The Cambridge Collection captures the enduring character of its colleges through finely rendered ink and pencil drawings. Each composition studies the geometry, rhythm, and stillness of the collegiate landscape, translating centuries of architectural evolution into a unified language of line and tone.
Drawn from direct observation, the series conveys the quiet grandeur of courtyards, bridges, and façades that define the city’s scholarly identity. Every piece is reproduced as a limited edition fine art print, hand-signed and numbered, inviting collectors to own a moment of Cambridge’s architectural legacy.
The Cambridge Collection forms the first instalment of The Collegiate Series, an ongoing body of work celebrating the academic architecture of Britain’s historic universities.
Collection due to be published in summer 2026
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