Between Bloom & Harvest Studio Recap
I’m calling this post ‘Between Bloom and Harvest’ because it is a recap that spans from the first spring blossoms to the final garden harvest.
Early in the Spring, I found myself working in an 11×14-inch format. This was a size I had not worked in before, as I usually stick to 3:4 ratios. However, I picked up a new 11×14 pad and was enjoying completing fast-paced, large charcoal sketches. This included two portraits, a fun deviation from my usual subjects.
Quick side note: nothing captures the ugly phase that every piece of artwork goes through more HILARIOUSLY than a portrait! You have to hang in there!
You’re Welcome.
I then experimented with an 11×14 pastel painting. This forest scene took an eternity to complete. The layers felt endless, but I was ultimately happy with the result and enjoyed the process. I especially loved the touches of light on the path, thus the name “Where the Light Falls.”
During this time, I also continued to work in my charcoal sketchbook and completed a smaller 6×8 painting.
When the weather heated up, I began my yearly migration from the forest to the beach. This resulted in smaller works since I was using my travel easel and supplies. My time at the shore is filled with waves, amazing sunsets, and shore birds. You can see this reflected in my artwork.
Around midsummer, the wonderful ladies from Alchemist Art in Clinton, NJ reached out to me. They asked if I wanted to participate in a display for their friends at The Stone Bean in Basking Ridge. I was delighted to do so and curated a collection consisting of seven paintings to be galleried. The paintings ranged in size from 6×8 to 16×20.
And here we are.
Summer has come to a close. The humidity has dropped. Climbing season has begun!
With the change in weather and light comes a renewed interest in forested landscapes. Now that I’m traveling less and back home in my studio with a full-sized easel, I kicked things off with a larger 12×16 painting of the lower Adirondacks.
I’m looking forward to the cool crisp mornings and cozy evenings ahead.
