The winding creek lured me in. I scouted a few other compositions, but this values and colors here hooked me. This overcast day in the 80s feels like a gift when compared to the scorching 90 degree days we've been experiencing. I set up close to the water, on uneven ground. It is always better to find a level patch, but sometimes it can't be found with the vantage I want. Additionally, I was backed up against a bridge, so I could not step back easily. This had me side stepping, climbing the hill a little, and even peering down from the bridge just to check my work. I like to step back often, I see things from a distance that I may not see up close. When I was nearly done, the sun came out and completely transformed the landscape before me! First rule of plein air - do NOT chase the light! So, quitting time it is! The icing on today's painting adventure cake? The sweet trickling of water as I painted! SO very relaxing! Painting number 1969 in 1969 days.
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