Courtyard Garden

This red umbrella grabbed my attention as soon asi entered this garden!  The wonderful French colonial inn is the perfect backdrop for this cafe setting, beckoning me to spend a little time here. With ink and watercolor, I started to sketch the garden scene, laying in the color as I progressed. As the painting unfolded, I went back in with additional ink, pushing and pulling the color where needed.  The charm of this delightful inn is in every corner of the yard - such a joy to paint!  Sure wish I had more time here to do just that!  Painting number 2823 in 2823 days. 

Path in the Courtyard

From the door to dad's room, large windows reveal the courtyard beyond.  The autumn color is vibrant and calls to me.  The very act of putting pen to paper eases my pain a little, putting the inevitable just out of view.  As I pull the water brushpen across the half pans, the motion soothes the soul.  I am soon finished and ready to step back to the real world.  Painting number 2108 in 2108 days.

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