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NaPoWriMo Day Five
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
The Purpose of Art
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
Summer Doldrums
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
Posted in cats helpful cats, Do the Work, en plein air, gardens and flowers, geeky stuff, gratitude, life around us, Poetry and Lyrics, postcard poetry fest, the creative process, watercolor, weather, work (dayjob)
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World Watercolor Month – the first week
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
Clouds, Rainbows and Light
Went out hoping for maybe some wet roads to paint. Didn’t get that but did get some great rainbows and clouds.
Posted in clouds, Do the Work, en plein air, landscape, overhead, photography, sunsets, the creative process, weather
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