I have only so much time to paint before I have to pick up my boys and be Mr. Mom.
I have my paints, I have my easel and accouterments. I have the light, and Inspiration before me.
Even though it is a blustery day, I set my easel up in the lee side of a low hedge to block the wind. The light is changing, and so I begin.
I paint briskly, starting with a violet under painting, knowing the highlights would be represented by the complimentary color of Naples Yellow. I work dark masses to light masses, like a mad man. I paint like my house is burning down.
Within 30 minutes, I am finished. I captured the light, the gist and gestures, the immediacy of the moment, alla prima. Voila!
Therapy was good today!
Afternoon Light, Butterfly Beach
6x9 oil/canvas 2010
Collection of the Artist
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