Campbell Creek

"Campbell Creek"

11"x14" oil

I'm trying to get the hang of painting outside.  Something as simple as getting my gear together and heading out the door can be a deal breaker.  If it takes too long.....I might not go.

So ...now I have a bag that's packed and ready to go...that makes it easier.  Actually...right now the trunk of my car is ready to go!  I just need to grab my keys and head out.  

I like it. 

I love being outside.  I can spend a little too much time on a walk these days.

So painting outside is such a nice way to get two things I need....

nature and creating...in one fell swoop.

Well, here's my newest attempt at this.  Thank you for looking and I'l share more as it comes!

Drawing.....

This started out as a drawing....then I added watercolors....then went after it with an ink pen.

When I started it was a drawing of my mannequin in my studio, Fiona.  After I got done it didn't look like her as much as it did my mom when she was in her twenties.  I have a black and white photo of my mom and dad from the 50's.  Its sitting by my computer and I look at it everyday.  Its funny how images make an imprint on your mind, without even realizing it.  The body and clothing was Fiona, but when I drew the head and face....my mom's image came out of my hand.  I didn't notice it until I took the photo and looked at it on my computer.......I love these little surprises.   

Thanks for looking and reading!