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Plein Air Painting in the House

A teacher once called me a “maverick”, because I kept testing the boundaries of the assignments. Gretchen Rubin would classify me as a “Questioner”, one who wants to know why and only does things that make sense.

Last week we were admiring the view out of the living room window. While standing outside, the view is a bit different, and there isn’t enough room on that particular terrace to set up an easel. So, Trail Guy suggested I set up in the living room and paint the scene out of the window. Since it was a 95° day, that sounded like a good idea to me.

The view.
The set up.
Whoa! That’s a bobcat! Are the grandkitties secure in the workshop?? Where is Scout? Where is Tucker?
The 3 week old babies were fine.
Beginnings (and an emergency photo on the screen of the computer, on which I am listening to a podcast called “What Should I Read Next”).
I can’t figure out where to stand to show you both the view and the painting in progress.
This one is looking sort of “meh” to me. I do believe it will require another session, preferably when the temperature is lower and there isn’t a plumber in the house (because distractions do make a difference in my ability to concentrate.)
Will I add pink roses? Red roses (also visible from the window)? The birdhouse? This is why we are supposed to do sketches before beginning to paint.
Redbud Festival on Mother’s Day weekend.

2 Comments

  1. Such a gorgeous view, Jana! And wow, a bobcat! Pretty exciting stuff around there! 🙂 Enjoyed scrolling back and reading about your trip to GA and your plein air class. So wonderful that you stepped out of your comfort zone. Good for you for stretching and growing!

    • Hi Cheryl! Thank you for stopping by and spending some time with me in Georgia and at home. I loved the trip; the most uncomfortable parts were the humidity and paying for it. 😎 And the bobcat. . . sigh, so bold, so brazen, just sauntering past the living room window as if it is his territory. Can’t he see the property lines??

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