This is the 6th in my apple still life mini series. Only 3 left. Yay! I was pretty excited to paint this one since I just love the idea of it. Plus, with all of the cuts it was more of a challenge than some of the simpler apples in the series so far. The Red Onions were far more engaging than some of these apples.
Last week my family went on a short 4 day backpacking trip in Utah. It was my first backpacking trip, but I took my little watercolor set anyway. It really helped pass some time at camp on the day I didn’t hike. I even found some charcoal from an old campfire and used to darken up some of my shadows. All in all I’m a fan of both backpacking and plein air painting. I could use a lighter pack next time for sure though. The plan is for another trip sometime this summer with just me and my husband. No kids to play sherpa to and hopefully a much lighter pack and more painting time.
I hear you–backpacking with kids is definitely hard work! What great memories for your kids, though. Journaling and sketching on the trail are some of my favorite activities, too, though I have zero talent in the art department. 😄 Your paintings are so beautiful–love the sliced apple.
I would like to backpack with them more when they’re older and more able to carry their weight. I think they might like it more then too. Thank you, this is one of my favorite paintings in this series so far.
Best one yet!
Thank you Ed!
Very original idea! Your paintings are luscious.
Thank you so much! This is one of my favorites of the bunch.