Tag Archives: plein air

The Unexpected In Plein Air

A  Harmonic Existence Every year I gleefully anticipate the arrival of wild rose bushes. They brighten summer greens and cheerfully inhabit the surrounding space. Their nature is pleasant and easy going.  Bobbling in the breeze they sway about effortlessly. Resistance is set aside as they adjust to nature’s ever-changing state. Without resistance an existence of [...]

One Last Bloom

One Last Bloom Early summer has begun with a symphony of dramatic blooms. For three years a small peony bush taunted one with the anticipation of expansive blooms.  Finally, the day arrived and she joyfully presented an array of large bouncy blooms.  Their gentle pink hue made them appear delicate as they swayed happily in [...]

Seasonal Journey

Seasonal Journey Spring is upon us and has brought a renewal of life.  Nature adorns her space with an abundance of blooms, lime greens and reddish umbers.  The air is crisp as I nestle down beside a low lying tree limb.  Before me is a treasure to behold. Fresh blossoms rejoice in spring’s return with [...]

Final Days

Final Days It is a crisp October morning. Mist hangs in the air from last night’s moisture; while sunlight adds drama to the land and sea. I can hear a chorus of Canadian Geese announcing their arrival as they inhabit the space overhead. They arrive in formation moving quickly into the expansive space beyond. A [...]

First of Series

Sold I just finished ” Marching Into Autumn”. It is the first painting in my Powell’s Point Park  Series.  My plein air study was used has a reference, as well as my written impressions and color notes. I began this painting by toning the canvas with cadmium yellow light. I tried to do sections at [...]

New Series/ Outlook for 2009

Happy New Year Everyone! I have started 2009 by launching a new “Minimalist Series” of small works.  They will be a part of my” Bookshelf Collection” on my website http://www.lameymacdonald.com This series will run no larger than 6x8in. They are so enjoyable to paint and at the same time hone my skills.   An abundance of [...]

Powell Point Park

Prior to Thanksgiving weekend I found a treasure trove of subject matter in a park close to home.  I have visited the park many years ago, but had a nudge to return.  I was so delighted that I listened to that nudge.  I was like a child with a new toy.  There are so many [...]

Back Out Again!

Since the weather was so good today.  I decided to take advantage of it and head out on location again this evening.  I headed to MacLellan’s Brook where I was going this morning before I found a new location on my way.  It is cloudy tonight and the sun is a bit fleeting. I decided [...]