One-of-a-kind original artwork · Drawn entirely on location, immersing you in the peaceful charm and beauty of Barcelona · A3 original drawing on archival quality Arches watercolour paper with Caran d'Ache Luminance pencils.
Step into the warm glow of Barcelona’s Plaça Reial with this vibrant, one-of-a-kind illustration by professional illustrator Alice Mawdsley. Hand-drawn on location using Caran d’Ache Luminance pencils on Arches watercolour paper, this A3 original captures the lively atmosphere of one of the city's most iconic plazas — from the swaying palms to the buzzing café culture.
This artwork is part of a larger commissioned series for Design Place, a Spanish company with nine shops across Barcelona, and was created while the artist lived in the city. The scene was carefully sketched on site, with layers of colour and detail added over weeks.
Whether you’re a collector of travel art, a lover of Barcelona architecture, or seeking a statement piece of European urban illustration, this original drawing brings timeless Mediterranean charm to any space.
✨ Artwork Details
Title: Plaça Reial, Barcelona
Medium: Coloured pencil (Caran d’Ache Luminance)
Surface: Arches hot press watercolour paper (archival quality - 100% cotton)
Size: A3 (29.7 x 42 cm / 11.7 x 16.5 in)
Framing: Unframed (please inquire for bespoke framing options)
Original: Yes – this is the only original in existence
Signed: Yes, on the front and revers
Postage: Worldwide tracked delivery
Artist’s Note:
“This piece was drawn entirely on location in Barcelona while living there. I returned many times to capture the light, colour, and energy of Plaça Reial. It’s one of the most detailed and time-intensive drawings I’ve created — and a tribute to the city that shaped so much of my work.”
