It’s the end of September and that means it’s the end of another 30 Day Challenge to draw or paint from life every day for 30 days. Sponsored by Strada Easel, this is the third challenge I’ve completed. As you may recall from this post, I hemmed and hawed over … Read More
I’m pleased to announce that “Bobcat Autumn” as been accepted into the 12th Annual Mile High Pastel Show sponsored by the Pastel Society of Colorado. While I was out scouting locations for plein air painting last fall, I came across this scene of gold against the ridge of rocks … Read More
My Coulter Easel arrived yesterday, and I immediately took it out for a trial run. Although I am new to oil painting, I’ve been painting en plein air with pastel for nearly a year. Having already learned several lessons about painting en plein air, I was ready to try my … Read More
I’m thrilled to announce that the pastel painting, “Snowies in Summer” (18×24) has been accepted into the Colorado Pastel Society summer art show that will be held at the Denver Public Library this July 12th – September 25th. The opening reception will be held Sunday, July 12th from 1:30-4:30 pm. … Read More
Sunday evening, we drove down to the beach. There are several semi-private, sandy coves along the south side of the island with grape trees, pines and of course palm trees. (What is it about palm trees, sand beaches and water?) I painted several studies of the beach, waves, surf and … Read More
Painting of Cairo, Egypt the “Cheese Seller of Giza” Several years ago, after touring the great pyramids just outside of Cairo, I asked my guide to wander through some of the adjacent neighborhood streets. As we walked along the walled pathway, I heard an incredible, high-pitched wailing sound. My guide … Read More
I had no idea that Belle Fourche represents that geographical center of the United States. Last weekend, I drove there for a cousin’s wedding. I packed my plein air gear in the hopes that I would find some time and inspiration to paint. I drove through the rolling hills of … Read More
I had a little time to paint today, and I thought I’d share what I’m working on right now. It’s in one of my favorite spots (I have many), about an hour and a half from my house, but like many places, it falls into the category of so close … Read More
In the heart of France, there’s a little village built of red sandstone appropriately named Collonge la Rouge. The sandstone is from a nearby quarry. The roofs are made of slate tile that quickly weather and become covered with moss and lichen. The day was perfect. Brilliant blue skies, warm … Read More
Day 2 & 3 of the workshop gave us more time to paint and be outside as the weather continued to improve. I really wished that I didn’t have to drive 1.5 hours home as I would have loved to paint in the magic hour of the evenings. Here’s my … Read More