While in San Francisco, I noticed an interesting book, popping up in several bookstores. Filled with wonderfully detailed ink and wash sketches, it turned out to be a collection of Paul Madonna's weekly strip in the Chronicle, All Over Coffee. I first noticed it in the City Lights bookstore, at the edge of Chinatown, who is the publisher of the book as well.

A local artist, Madonna captures everyday scenes of San Fran, and makes them unique. Mostly architecturally based, his sketching is delicate and loose at the same time, and in the large page format, provides a healthy feast for the eyes. Rarely do the sketches delve into colour washes, but the occasional one doesn't feel out of place, when that realm is ventured. All Over Coffee by Paul Madonna doesn't disappoint and is a must-see for any sketching enthusiast.