Stables at Bass River Resort

What fun to paint the stables at Bass River Resort!  So many great things to paint here - and I won an award, too!  The horses were so active - they went from field to field, not spending much time in one spot.  So, I had to sketch them in loosely, then finish the job when they came back around.  There are even tiny chickens in this painting near the chicken coop - just a little eye candy for those who look closely!  Painting number 4242 in 4242 days. 

River Valley Horsecamp

What a treat to get to paint at a horsecamp for the Quick Paint at Van Buren County plein air event!  With horses and an assortment of barns and rings, this place is eye candy to this artist!  I wanted to paint this as soon as I pulled in, so I pulled over to get out and look.  Already 3:00, I had to eat my lunch salad before painting, I was just too hungry to wait until 5:00. So, I used up 40 minutes of my quick paint time eating, while studying the scene before me.  Once I started, I painted fast, laying down light, shadow and chroma.  Horses and riders passed by and visited, adding so much to the whole day.  I sure wish I had more time to paint here, this place is amazing!  It was an honor to win the Quick Paint, too!  Painting number 4229 in 4229 days.