Two acrylic paintings of snow scenes, the top one "Winter Walk" is based on a photo taken in Madras looking south toward buttes. The lower is "Smith Rock Winter" with the nearly vertical cliffs reflecting sunlight and rocks poking through the snow. This panorama was recently on exhibit at the all Jefferson County show at Art Adventure Gallery in Madras.
Re-learning watercolor techniques lately after many years has been a great challenge! Sometimes I combine paint with ink sketches or other media. I enjoy the freshness, the flow, sometimes (oops!) surprises that either work or not! These are from photos (too cold to work plein air)! The beauty of Central Oregon continues to be inspiring.
Smith Rock, Crooked River, Golden Winter
Smith Rock, January 1st 2023
