Sketchbook Art - El Deir - Petra - Jordan

Petra is an ancient, hidden city carved out of rose rock. It is a hiker's dream. El Geir, known as the Monastery, sits at one of the highest points in the city.  One afternoon I hiked donkey trails, cobblestone steps and sheer cliffs to sketch this well preserved building.  There were other people on the top of the cliffs, but I was able to perch on an outcrop and work on the sketch undisturbed. At sunset, I was the only person left. Done with the drawing, I was able to take in the peaceful beauty of the desert below.