Plein Air Rockies 2015

I just returned from the Plein Air Rockies 2015 show in Estes Park, CO.  It's a national plein air show with some really talented folks from all over the country.  What makes this show so interesting is the vast subject matter that is available to paint.  You can paint farms, ranches, cityscapes, and endless mountain scenery.  

Of course I choose the mountain scenery and spent the majority of my time being a human "Billy Goat" climbing (and I mean on all fours) up cliffs to reach lakes over 10,000 feet.  It was sublime!  It really is.  If you ever get a chance to head to Rocky Mountain National Park do it!  However, don't just drive around because the "real" beauty is back in the mountains.  It takes a little effort, but I promise you will never forget the scenery.

Anyhow, I painted about 8 or 9 pieces and about 6 were "keepers" and these 3 were put in the show, which runs till October.  If you're in the area stop on by the Estes Park Cultural Center and check out the great paintings!

"Yeah, It's Been That Long"

Yeah, it's been way to long since I last blogged.  This is mostly because other media like Facebook, Instagram, and Pinetrest make it easier to share your thoughts and work.  Also, to be honest with you, I forgot my login....yeah it's been that long.

Anyhow, I'm back and I'm not sure for how long I'll be blogging but I'm excited to attempt to get this bad boy up and running again.  This past week I have been in Oregon painting at the Pacific Northwest Plein Air.  It is my second plein air festival and it was a great week.  I didn't win any awards or anything and painted fairly well (I graded myself a B) but it was wonderful to see other very talented artist and be a part of a well organized show.  So here is to you Columbia Arts Council!  Way to go!

I will soon be on the road once again heading to Colorado for the Plein Air Rockies show in Estes Park.  For now here is some work from Oregon.