The Heat
We've had record number of days over 90 degrees but finally some rain. Between the weather, not going anywhere during the pandemic, and the new "normal" boring routine - I guess it's not surprising this blog post took it's sweet time.
On with the good news - actually painted two whole paintings.
The first is a tribute to hot days and ice cold water in the shade! This is the one I mentioned last month - combining three photo references in one painting. The heart-shaped ironwork from a lovely note card from a friend, the street+balcony+flowers from one photo, and the super-cool water pitcher and glasses from another. Whew took forever, but finally happy with it. Love the strong warm and cool colors but probably a bit "too" much contrast.
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The second painting went from: awesome idea - to what was I thinking - to happy artist! Some subjects just seem overwhelming but once you start, it just falls into place. Frustrating that there was so much putzing around. Self-inflicted as this was my mini-art club challenge to "paint what you usually paint, but add a twist or something new." Comfort and challenge. Wrought iron is one thing, whatever this is - is something else. I googled concrete fence, balustrade, terrace, etc. but cannot find a name for it! Grrrrrr. I guess painting it was easier than finding out what it is called. Anyway looks like a lovely afternoon on The Terrace waiting for The People, The Glasses and The Something to celebrate! What a captivating inside-out scene.
The Show
Lastly the Loudoun Sketch Club released our Summer show - virtually of course - see link below. Suggest changing video settings to 2x faster, then sit back and enjoy. Alphabetic so you'll find me in under the "S" section.
Click below - the floating radish by Brie Dodson is worth the view.
Oh and these two found a home at a nearby friends house last month - on my birthday - best gift ever!
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Enjoy, life is joy we make one moment at a time,
Johnna
