This was our first day to turn on the ceiling fans, open windows and test the ac. I some how was enticed to go into work today (my 3rd day in a row) and take Monday off. I was let off early and was driving home around 4p when I noticed the outside temperature at 101 degrees. This is when I wish I lived in Alaska.
I worked some more on the tomato painting (will post later) and found a few minutes at work to sketch this cheetah from San Diego Zoo News magazine. It's sketched with a no.2 pencil on doctor's progress note pink lined paper :) My young patient and friend, Steven now owns a signed copy.
I've spent the evening gathering my art supplies for tomorrow. Dianne and I are participating with our Plein Air Group painting at private homes on a garden tour. I'm a bit nervous as I rarely paint in public but feel a bit more secure since I'll be with my friend. Will post success' and disasters on Sunday!
I'm sure that Steven will cherish it! I just lost myself among your blog, Steven's page, and Diane's blog - fun and inspiring - lovely sketches and paintings. I haven't looked at Diane's blog in a long time - and now can't stop thinking about artist vs illustrator. Have a fun day with your group! Thanks for sharing all of this.
So COOL your blog is so diverse and exciting, I never know what is around the corner (Steven was around the corner today and he is is an 11 year old cutie!)I wish I could go on the plein air sketch today and I wish we were closer to 101 it is mid 40s this morning - and foggy - yuck! Have fun and POST IT ALL!!
I just had a look at Stephen's blog - it must be a privilege to know him and his family. I love the sketch - I'm glad he does too. Look forward to seeing the results of your day out!
Terrific 'cat', Marta. Isn't it wonderful that digital cameras now allow us to keep our drawings when we give it away. I complained about the heat yesterday in Florence and it was only 83 degrees, but really pumping up from those dark cobble stones. I do look forward to your 'in public' paintings.
Hi Marta,
I just called my new painting "101 Fahrenheit" then googled that name - and found your blog. I am glad I did it!
Best regards from Canada!
Lena Karpinsky
www.ARTbyLENA.com