In the mean time, I have a framed photograph that I took at Good Harbor Bay in the Leelanau Peninsula many summers ago that I've always loved and wanted to try to paint. I have decided to give it a try. I took a photo of the framed picture, but it is almost impossible to get one without glare unless I want to take it out of the frame and I really don't want to do that, so here is my shot. If you can just ignore the reflection in it, I think you will see what it is I want to paint.
I've also added a bit of shadow under the chairs in my ongoing Adirondack Chairs work in progress. I still have a lot to do with it if it is to be saved, but for now I think the shadows, although not perfect, do help to ground the chairs.
I've done my two miles on the treadmill this morning and feel quite good for it. I am hoping to stay on that regimen for the rest of the Fall/Winter so I will be in good shape for Pensacola Beach in February.
I am getting Little Miss Z later this afternoon and keeping her overnight so will have a busy, fun-filled evening. She is a delight and is changing all the time.
I hope you are finding some fun to do today and am making some time for yourself,
xoxo
That Good Harbor Bay is a beautiful pic. I look forward to your rendition in paint. Good for you with your treadmill. You're welcome to join me on dailymile as I can sure use another motivated treadmill walker to keep me on my feet ;). I'm off for a short walk to the mailbox down the street and I'll try some treadmill walking when I get back.
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That's a gorgous photograph. No wonder it's inspiring you to paint it. It looks like you have quite a few things going all at once and I'm looking forward to seeing them as they progress. Thanks for posting them.
ReplyDeleteI love the shadow on the Adirondack chairs! They really bring them to life, and give them depth. The background of the painting has a lot of interest too. I think this is going to be a good one!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photograph in the frame and I love the Adirondack chairs.
ReplyDeleteThese are lovely. I have two adirondack chairs that I've had for over 15 years. They just keep getting minor repairs and another coat of paint! They are great subjects to paint. Nice work! Love the photos too.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to your finished watercolor of the adirondack chairs and a painting of the lovely photograph. Also, hope your hubby feels better-I remember taking mine to physical therapy..and driving around a big truck for 4 weeks, not fun :P
ReplyDeleteI really appreciate following the development of the Adirondack Chairs painting. It is really good work; you should be proud.
ReplyDeleteOh, the chair one is really coming along nicely! Great job!
ReplyDeleteBoth the barn and the chairs are looking good =) The shadows are nicely laid and all, keep us all updated!
ReplyDeleteYou did a fine job with the shadows, and it makes a huge difference. You've just gotten better and better. Also, that photo is just stunning. What fun it will be to paint! hugs, nancy
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