Category Archives: en plein air

NaPoWriMo Day Six

Posted on April 6, 2021 by Mary Beth Frezon

Feels like forgiveness Sitting here in the sun painting the waves of daffodils The ones who survived the snow a few days ago, bent, now standing. You can’t tell them from those more newly bloomed. And more to come. I … Continue reading →

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NaPoWriMo Day Five

Posted on April 5, 2021 by Mary Beth Frezon

Today was really a primo day in April. I did an important errand in the morning, came home and sat in the front yard to paint briefly. Sometimes you just have to remember that generations of painters and writers have … Continue reading →

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The Purpose of Art

Posted on September 7, 2020 by Mary Beth Frezon

The purpose of art is not the release of a momentary ejection of adrenaline but rather the gradual, lifelong construction of a state of wonder and serenity. — Glenn Gould

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Summer Doldrums

Posted on August 11, 2020 by Mary Beth Frezon

Yes apparently this time of year I wander off and do – not much. I’ve been working – from home, and adjusting to this more and more. It’s nice to have lunch just a few steps away. My commute is … Continue reading →

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World Watercolor Month – the first week

Posted on July 8, 2020 by Mary Beth Frezon

Not sure what distracted me – I painted but I didn’t post here. Starting with Day one and moving on down to Day Eight. The third and fourth photos are postcards both done on Day Three. Now let’s get back … Continue reading →

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