When planning for a workshop I like to arrive early and get in touch with the place. Like everyone else I am overwhelmed by "something to paint" everywhere I look. One of those spring southern storms moved through on Wednesday night. It was great hearing the rain on the roof of my cabin. The next morning I went out to do some 30 minute warm-up paintings. These little 5 X 7's can pack a lot into a small space. Although it was cloudy, there were good color contrasts and soft lights. The value range is tighter, but still good little paintings. Sometimes colors look brighter against a darker blue-violet-grey sky. Even the shady areas contain soft reflected light.
Cloudy Thursday, Grain Bin, Oil on Canvas Panel, 5 X 7 Inches
Cloudy Thursday, Fallow Field, Oil on Canvas Panel, 5 X 7 Inches
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