Not sure whether you noticed, but this has been a post-free July and August for seascapes-aus. Just a few IT problems…
In the meantime as I will be painting in Rome soon with Kelly Medford and friends, I’ve been looking beyond my usual obsession with the sea.
Apologies for the uncropped images – on the run!
In Darlington recently…
This was a special request. I was setting up to paint the back garden late in the afternoon when a young friend asked me to paint this from a tiny photo. I stayed outside and painted like mad (squinting at the photo for about 45 minutes) until rain and tea stopped play.
Some time later in the Alsace….
View of a sunlit slope from the kitchen window. Work to do!
l’Eglise, Natzwiller
Working on the balcony (in the blazing Alsace sun)!
The Netherlands! A pen and wash sketch of my favourite bridge in Zwolle. Its colour is a soft brick red – I regret my lack of kit that day.
On the way to Utrecht by train we passed a spectacular parking lot for cranes near ‘t Harde. Our host shared my enthusiasm and we set off the next morning to do some painting on the spot.
Morning at the Cranium, near ‘t Harde.
I am a big fan of Roos Schuring‘s seascapes but have also come to love her cows. To be in Holland and not paint cows would be wasting a golden opportunity. Agree?
I will save that for another post.
Philippa, what an extremely productive few weeks you’ve had here! I adore those pieces done in Alsace – the spire/cupola amidst the countryside and the rooftops dotted with so much color. You are truly ‘in your element’ here, as a painter. I can’t wait to see more of your landscape work while you travel!
Thanks Patricia. It’s great to hear from you and to read your reactions. The landscape in the Alsace where we stayed was breathtaking. The experience of painting (and travelling) has been really enjoyable. And my feet have stayed dry!
YES. You’ve been missed, Philippa! I love the balcony work, along with l’Eglise, Natzwiller. Rome? Wonderful! I’m sending positive, productive vibes your way. Not that you need them. Clearly, you’re in a zone. Cheers! Theadora
Hi Theadora – many thanks! I channelled you in Paris as we went to Montmartre and cruised the vintage shops in rue Abbesses and surrounds – fascinating!
Hi Philippa, it’s lovely to see what you have been up to recently and your paintings are amazing. I love Alsace and think you have captured its beauty incredibly well. I now can’t wait to see what you come up with next! Enjoy your travels 🙂
Thanks Rachael. The Alsace is very scenic isn’t it? I tried not to be seduced by the sheer beauty of it!
Wow, have brushes will travel! What an exciting summer for you and we get to enjoy your wonderful impressions!
Good to hear from you Patti – thank you! Many dreams are coming true, being able to paint and travel. It’s worth the extra weight in the baggage (I think).
So that’s what you are up to – ye gods I am envious – not that I am a landscape painter but what an experience…your work echoes the beauty of your travels – magnificent – I look forward to what comes out of Roma – happy trails…
Thanks John. I feel very lucky. It is quite a trip!
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