There was plenty of free time and unlimited polar daylight to sketch while aboard the Plancius.

There were two sketches I pre visualize before the trip. Sketching the bow-view of the Plancius and sketching from the bridge.

I sketched the bow view while we were moving through the pack ice. On the Plancius they have an open bridge policy which means you are invited to visit the bridge and enjoy the views. I used this time to sketch the bridge and our captain.

Aside from my berth, there was one part of the ship that I spent most of my time: the lounge. Here was 24 hour coffee, the bar, the library, and amazing views. This was a great place to mingle with other passengers.

It was also where the guide’s lectures were held, ranging in topics such as Svalbard reindeer, Arctic fox, walrus, geology, history, Polar mirages, and sea ice. It was also here where we were briefed about the previous day’s landings.

Before the Arctic Fox lecture I sketched a view of the lounge and its inhabitants.