I joined a terrific group of artists
yesterday for some plein air painting.
It was my first time out in years
so it was a bit daunting.
This was my view!
I was using oils on canva paper, (not ideal)
a very limited pallet,
and gear I haven’t used in years.
It was a struggle and I was way out of my comfort zone but the good news
is I was out there!
Eeesh…my values were way off!
I was daunted by all those greens!
By the time I started a second one,
there was a smokey haze that softened everything.
I used the leftover paint to do this quick
8 x 8 oil sketch
I was reminded how challenging painting outdoors
can be, and yet how gratifying it is.
It was a bit of heaven.
I’m inspired and excited to explore more plein air opportunities this summer.
(I’m thinking of using toned canvas boards and
gouache or acrylics for more flexiblity outside!?)