Watercolor classes have been successful and busy. Almost painting everyday. Here are some recent paintings to share that are now in the San Francisco Gallery in centro and at the Fábrica Aurora Annex.
The focus above was a limited palette and strong shadows. Textures of aging walls and cobblestone streets of San Miguel are always fun to paint.
Another painting of Calzada de La Presa. Cool shadows on warm colors is a complimentary palette.
Day of the Dead celebrations filled San Miguel November 1 and 2. I completed a few paintings of scenes from the cemeteries to commemorate these important dates and events. Again, the color field is warm ; marigolds are the dominant flowers used for decorations.
In this painting I tired to use the warm and cold color scheme again: purples and oranges. The Abuelita in the foreground is arranging the flowers for her ancestors.
Lorie and I and a painting student of mine, Rick Wendling, recently visited this bridge, San Rafael, to paint. Soon after Saul and I kayaked there to see it from the water. Nothing replaces Plein air for a wonderful, meditative afternoon.
Visit Lorie’s Blog capillasma.org for more details about the importance of this bridge and the Camino Real.
I will frequently be posting more paintings for sale and exhibit at the gallery.
Best,
Linda