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Virtual Paintout for May 2014 was the southern parks area of Chile. Created by Bill Guffey, artists use Google Street View in the month's chosen area to find their views to paint. Just like plein air painting (sort of... no hot sun or dogs drinking my watercolor water, etc.) but online. I really enjoy it since I'll never get to see all of these locations in person. It's really fascinating. I must say, I saved more views from this area than I have for any other virtual paintouts, and I only looked around two towns and a little countryside. Almost everywhere I looked, the light was amazing. I don't know if this was because of the time of day the photos were taken or the way the sun looks in southern Chile. It was hard to choose just two views to paint. Looking forward to the June location!
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| 5 x 7" Watercolor |
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| 5 x 7" Gouache |
Brilliant paintings of Chile. Full of warm atmosphere and light. I so enjoy your travels.
ReplyDeleteThanks Polly, I really enjoy my virtual travels too!
DeleteAlways love to see how you push the colors to make such beautiful paintings, Sherry!
ReplyDeleteThanks Joani. I have a hard time getting the colors right for posting. Might adjust the gouache. It's not really that bright.
DeleteYou're right. The light is gorgeous. I love the views you have chosen. They're totally serene. Is this really the 22nd paintout you've done? Wow.
ReplyDeleteThanks Terry, the whole area was serene. Dirt roads, etc. Yes, 22, and I almost skipped it because of a busy week but I loved the views.
DeleteBeautiful color work, Sherry! Terrific plein air feel to it.
ReplyDeleteHi Dean! Thank You!
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