Descanso Lane 9"x12" oil on linen panel
A few of us met at Descanso Gardens today. Some were needing to finish up a color project so they stayed together in the Rose Garden. I wandered around far too long, looking for something to capture my eye, and I found the prettiest light along this path. It leads to the Japanese Garden, and then winds around to other parts of the garden. Such a short amount of time to capture the light.
There are a few tweaks I see I need to make before this is dry. However, I need to get back in the habit of posting regularly.
In the past I gave a link here and here to Descanso and its history. There are some current renovations being done to another area of the gardens. I hear they are going to showcase a native oak that has been hidden behind overgrowth. If it is like everything else that Descanso does, it will be first rate.
I hope you get the chance to visit your local gardens. I think it is a wonderful way to fill your soul and rejuvenate. Plus it is a great way to get landscape ideas for your own home.
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Oh boy - this makes me want to be transported to California! Beautiful.
Another good one Robin, which is the result of your good eye for color and perfect perspective.
See here it is the tenth and I am trying to get around to everyone.
I love paths and the light in this one is beautiful. I'm sure we will all get back to regular posts after the holidays.
wuttisak - thank you
Casey - yes it is one reason I love it so much here. Thank you for stopping by.
Mary, my friend, I appreciate your support.
Toni - I hope so, it has been difficult for me this fall. Thank you for coming by, I appreciate it.
Hi Robin,
it is difficult to get into Christmas mood when looking at your work :). Nevertheless the calendar tells the truth...merry chrsitmas and a happy new year to you and all of your family !
all the best
Martin
Yes it is hard to imagine others digging out from under a blanket of snow. We have glorious sunshine. Makes a SoCa gal want to head off to the beach.
I wish you all the best too Martin. May 2008 have you filling your art books with beautiful work.
A lovely painting robin...I love the play with lights and shadows and the composition is beautiful
ronell
The path is lovely, the light and colours beautiful as always.
Happy New Year Robin, I hope 2008 is wonderful for you in many ways.
Happy New Year Robin! Your art is always breathtaking and diverse, I'm very much looking forward to following your artistic journey in 2008!
Jeanette - Thank you for your very kind words. I wish you all the best during the coming year as well.
Ronell - Thank you I am glad that the colors sing, because the light was quite beautiful on this path. I have walked it quite often over my life, and that day was particularly beautiful.
Felicity - How very kind you are. I hope not to disappoint you. It is an ever increasing wonder where my path is headed. Happy New Year to you as well.
I visited the Huntington gardens on Dec. 23rd and it was practically empty (delightful!). The ginkos had all dropped their leaves and the Japanese zen garden looked like it had a blanket of brilliant yellow snow. Incredible. Have you ever painted there?
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