We were painting behind the Autrey Museum and I set up at the edge of the golf course.
Those golfers do like to chat. Interesting how those of Asian decent would look, nod, look some more, quietly. Others, "Do you mind if I stand and watch you for a while", "Now don't you go and get too good, you might cut off your ear or something", "Oh look, Joe, she's painting those buildings over there", "Is it a good day for drawing?".
I kept my head down, and occasionally surfaced. How would they like it if I asked them a question, when they were in position for a swing? I think not.
Overall, I am pleased with my attempt today. I may even push this past a study, and tweak it a bit. This work may even be the first to be framed. A nice memory.
Thank you William, for giving me the confidence to try this.
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12 comments:
Love the palette. Your work is very distinctive!
Robin, This is great. Very ambitious for a 10th plein air with all the perspective and architecture. Nice and soft colors and touch for such rigid subjects. :) Well done,
Jo
Thank you Anita. I am glad that you see it that way. I just paint and enjoy the process.
Jo - Architecture is a love of mine, so the perspective is a given. Thank you for your kind words.
Robin,I'm loving your plien air paintings. Interesting how on the wc site, Williams scan of the image showed a higher contrast. This work is so much about subtle value shifts and the beauty of muted color. Lovely work!
That's a lovely serene painting, Robin. So much softer and gentler than the real place. It just speaks of tranquility.
Lindsay - When I put down the initial color and stepped back, I really liked the abstract shapes. I most likely pushed it more to a realistic view, but I am gratified with the general direction it took.
Karen - it is interesting how these urban settings are very serene, other than the silly golfers that wanted to chat my ear off. After a while I didn't even see the vehicles on the fwy, until they came to a standstill. Luckily it cleared up and I could continue painting.
Robin,
I love the atmosphere in your painting. The image creates a wonderful sense of place and the subdued colors enhance the feeling. As do the soft edges. I hope you'll post more.
Frank
Promise
Robin - so funny .........and so true! Please can you tell that story in the sketching class when we get to the stage where everybody goes outside
I am enjoying your blog. you are quite a draftsman and painter! inspires me to practice my drawing more.
wish i were out there taking from w.wray
i like the golfswing analogy. asians are more respectful;) i feel like people are watching me get dressed when i paint out doors;)
"overflow" is nice!. you are really good! nice quotes too
mel
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