I’ve been painting en plein air for about ten years now. Maybe that’s why I was a little inattentive as I ventured out this morning to meet with our local group of painters for this first time this season. I packed my supplies the night before, and had everything in … 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
It’s quite obvious. Anyone who has ever lived or spent time living seaside knows that saltwater causes rust. (Those of you who live and paint near the ocean are saying, “yeah, duh.”) I should know this too. I mean, technically, I did know. But, I didn’t really think about it, … Read More