Monday, August 29, 2016

Shawsheen river, Andover,

Shawsheen river #2, 11" X 14", Acrylic on panel, Sold

 I painted a broader view of the Shawsheen river and the surrounding marshes. This is in summer. I like to play with color harmony. It is different than the usual green landscapes of summer.

I like how the marsh on the left jumps out from background trees. The little bit of water showing through helps a lot.

Artist as an observer

  Creating art from nature requires more than just the ability to paint or draw; it involves being an astute observer, a dedicated discovere...