A few Saturdays ago the paint-out group was at Arroyo Seco Stables. I was there recently with another group and painted from the horse trail on one side of some of the stalls which I posted in
The Stables. The stables are located at the north entrance to the Arroyo Seco Bike Path. At that point a cyclist, or dog walker, or painter can walk down into the Arroyo Seco Flood Control Channel. There was a small tree providing some shade for painting, so I found my spot. There is very little water in the channel now. But to choose the view to the north and a large bridge, or the view south of the smaller, distant overpass? I chose the view south since cyclists and walkers were coming and going from that direction so I thought I could add some figures. I'll have to try some bikes next time!
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| 8 x 10" Watercolor |
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| View to the south |
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| View to the north with painting friends Laurel and Jean |
Wow! I'm so glad to see the photo of the scene right below the painting showing your own interpretation. It really makes an impact on me, to see it through your eyes... So many people would not find the charm and inherently soothing quiet mood that you've portrayed through your painting. With the gentle colors, and the bright patches of sunlight and shadow.... I'm really inspired by this piece, to see how the eye of a true artist can lead others to see as well.
ReplyDeleteHi Katherine, what a generous comment, thank you. It's a risk posting a photo of my view since my bad perspective or whatever shows, but I think it's fun to show I was actually there.
DeleteWhat a neat place to paint! You really captured the scene so well.
ReplyDeleteThank you Terry!
DeleteGreat stuff, Sherry! Love the location too, used to run there! Lived in Eagle Rock 20 years ago
ReplyDeleteThank you Frank, I really appreciate it. Eagle Rock has changed a little!
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