I love returning to a favorite place to paint from the vineyard. Defiance Ridge never disappoints, and is a great place for food and drink. As I painted, patrons walked from artist to artist to see what was on the easel. This is the second one I painted from this very spot. Painting number 4875 in 4875 days.
The light was lovely to paint in the vineyard this afternoon - even in a cold wind! 56 degrees felt very cold after our recent warm weather. I kept adding layers and eventually found my hand warmers in the warmest jacket. Why didn't I find them first thing this morning? At least I'll be prepared for tomorrow! I'll have this in the pop-up gallery in New Melle tomorrow! Painting number 4866 in 4866 days.
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!
