Walked? Hiked! I carried a daypack with water and lunch, so I’m calling it a hike. So what, who cares? I went 7 miles on my numb feet, that’s what. Yea! I can still hike (maybe not far, but I’ll take what I can get here.)
Let’s just have photos, with minimal commentary and zero whining.
Spring Creek has a foot-bridge.
The White Chief trail is very steep. I followed these fine fit folks up and was thankful for the frequent Trail Guy/Guide and photo stops.
Everyone’s favorite juniper
I’ve painted it seven times.
Once you break into the canyon/dry lake bed, it’s much easier walking.
We didn’t go into the mining tunnel; can you see it? On the far right, in the center.
Once again, I forgot to put a dime or a quarter in my pack for size comparison. These are TINY.
Bye-bye, White Chief. It was GREAT to see you again!
Entering White Chief, oil on wrapped canvas, 12×16”, $375
Since this is my business blog, here is my painting of Entering White Chief. It is the picture I chose for the publicity of my upcoming show Around Here, and Sometimes a Little Farther, opening August 7 at the Tulare Historical Museum and Heritage Gallery, 5-7 p.m.
Thank you! I’m glad you think the painting captures the place. Another painter showed me his version of the same place and I couldn’t recognize it at all! I am not excited about the show yet but am inching that direction, making lists, crossing things off, making decisions, crossing more things off.
You made it to your Happy Place, yay! Just like an old friend, huh? Beautiful weather, lovely photos, great company, stunning views. What more could you ask for??
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Beautiful!!!
Kathy, thank you! White Chief is truly special.
What gorgeous photos from your hike, and your painting captures the beauty perfectly! How exciting that you’re going to have a show!
Thank you! I’m glad you think the painting captures the place. Another painter showed me his version of the same place and I couldn’t recognize it at all! I am not excited about the show yet but am inching that direction, making lists, crossing things off, making decisions, crossing more things off.
You made it to your Happy Place, yay! Just like an old friend, huh? Beautiful weather, lovely photos, great company, stunning views. What more could you ask for??
Sharon, I was so happy and relieved that my numb feet got me there!
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