A recent Saturday paint-out was at Defenders Parkway. Well, I didn't know the official name until I walked around and looked at the various monuments recognizing the founders of Pasadena, and "Defenders of the Flag Soldiers". It's a small grassy area and walkway at the east end of the Colorado Street Bridge which a visitor can walk out on from the park.
It was another beautiful Saturday for plein air painting. I couldn't decide whether to paint the bridge view to the west, or the city view to the east which included distant hills and the city hall. I chose the city view since I didn't feel up to the wonderful structure of the bridge with its arches, light standards, and railings. The small parkway was a very popular spot for dog walkers so I added one to my watercolor. It was such an enjoyable morning just a few feet from a very busy intersection.
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| 10" x 8" Watercolor |
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| Colorado and Orange Grove Boulevards |
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| Colorado Street Bridge 1913 |
Love the colours you have used for this great plien air painting
ReplyDeleteHi Polly! I always appreciate your kind comments!
DeleteExcellent, Sherry. Seriously, you should consider an exhibit highlighting LA and Pasadena. You have such a beautiful collection.
ReplyDeleteThanks Terry! You're right about the collection of local views I've got now.
DeleteAnother really nice painting, Sherry - your tree is outstanding - a weak spot for me that I'd like to improve on.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Joani! You know I was tempted to overdo the tree branches.
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