I'm so honored to be included in the Premier Artist's paint out at Defiance Ridge this afternoon. Ribbon and daily winners from the last five years are invited to participate - and the competition is steep! I swept through the vineyard on my way to the lake, but I never made it! The view through the vineyard to the woods beyond was irresistible. When I had my panel about 1/3 covered, the rain began in earnest. I tilted my panel downward, and pulled up my hood to repel the rain. I painted like crazy to get that panel covered with paint!! I can safely paint on top of paint, but if the panel is dry - those raindrops repel the oil paint - and then in in trouble! When I was nearly done, the rain and wind kicked up, forcing me to head for shelter! PLEIN AIR IS NOT FOR SISSIES! Painting 1916 in 1916 days. I'm so tired, I don't know which way is up!
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