Huzzah Valley Barn

From a vantage near the Huzzah River, I looked back to see this wonderful Steelville icon nestled in the landscape as it has been for so many years.  This barn is leaning to the east now, and it's days may be running out.  So if course, I had to sketch it!  With my favorite TWSBI Diamond mini fountain pen loaded with Levenger's Raven black ink, I sketch the lines of this scene.  With a little water in my brush pen, I soften some of those edges and drop in some more ink.  Love this old barn - hope it is still here next year.  Painting number 2865 in 2865 days. 

On the Huzzah River

It is always peaceful alongside a river.  The clear water of the Huzzah reflects the overcast sky on this morning, rushing by gently by the Huzzah River Resort. I painted here for the first time last year, and am so happy to come here in a different season. I love capturing the moods of autumn with ink and watercolor.  The air coming off this water is cold, and it's not long before I'm wanting to turn my back to the wind.  Immersing myself in the landscape, with paint, is such a joy.  Time stands still, cares fade away, and I am one with nature and the paint.  Painting number 2858 in 2858 days. 

Huzzah Valley Morning

I'm so lucky to have an artist friend refer me to this place!  The Huzzah River Valley Resort boasted this gorgeous landscape along the campground, and it was only a short walk down to water's edge to paint!  Arriving early, a few campers were just starting their breakfasts, and the smell of bacon wafted down from their campfires as I painted.  Not a soul ventured down to the water this early, just a pileated woodpecker working on a nearby tree and the occasional fish jumping. I set up on a rocky bar to capture this scene, and was charmed by the babbling water. If only every morning could start like this.  This painting won third place in the "Paint Anywhere" category, and has now gone to auction.  I have thoroughly enjoyed painting Steelville!  Painting number 2768 in 2768 days.