Rendering of Interior, St. John's Church, Utica, NY

Leon Dabo's watercolor rendering depicts the Gothic Revival interior of St. John's Church with meticulous architectural detail. The composition emphasizes the soaring ribbed vaults and pointed arches characteristic of the style, while warm golden tones illuminate the ornamental ceiling and sanctuary. Dabo captures the interplay of light across decorated surfaces, from the patterned dome to the altar's religious imagery. This preparatory study demonstrates the architect's attention to decorative schemes and spatial effects, using delicate washes and precise linework to convey both structural geometry and devotional atmosphere.