I haven’t painted plein air in years, but last week, I packed up my gear
and joined an artist friend in her magical back yard.
I was a little daunted at first, and of course, I forgot a few things
(white paint and paper pallet)
so I just did this quick 7 x 9
of a patch of nasturtiums climbing around her container garden.
I’d forgotten about the pure joy that comes from painting outside.
The simple act of observing nature
with no concern for the result, gives me such solace.
(That said, I couldn’t resist putting it in to
Procreate when I got home to take it a little further.)
I hope to get out there at least a few more times
before the snow flies.
Eeeesh!