Expectations are useful to get me to places I might not otherwise explore. Often, the inspiration that gets me there gives way to something different. In Provence, I thought my focus would be on fields of lavender. Instead, I found myself attracted to the olive orchards and the touch of cooler greens that enhance the patchwork patterns …
Cloudy skies are not typical in Provence in June. We were fortunate to have spectacular skies throughout our stay in Les Bassacs.
My trip to Provence began with a five night stay at Vertigo Hostel in Marseille, France. It ended with a two nights stay at the same hostel. The two weeks between were spent with a wonderful group of artists attending Susan Abbott’s painting workshop in Les Bassacs. The workshop exceeded my expectations in every way. Over the next …
Hiking along the cliffs and painting in the glorious sunlight of the Mediterranean during an unusual heat wave with only one bottle of water to share between my body and my brush kept me from ending the day with a plunge into the cool water to be found at the end of a long path …
Memories of Provence, 5″ x 5″ Plein Air Oil Painting on Wood Panel . Now begins the long process of posting small paintings in my online store. I’m actually enjoying sifting through the boxes, shelves and drawers of artwork. The garbage bag is always handy. Forgotten little gems continue to bring a smile to my …
Just prior to writing this morning’s post, I read today’s Robert Genn Twice-Weekly Letter, What Turn’s You On? It is a perfect fit with today’s post. Yesterday afternoon, while painting (again) the trees and shadows of my backyard, I found myself distracted. The light was uninteresting and I couldn’t simplify the pattern of bare branches …