A JOURNEY TOGETHER

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This couple was walking along the sidewalk in step together, which was amazing because with her short legs her stride was shorter. I watched them and wondered if they finished each other's sentences. It appeared they had been married a long time and cared for each other. Nice scene to run across on a beautiful day.

On another note, please visit Bill Guffey's blog and look at his August 26th post (and his other posts - his paintings are great!). He was interviewed by Canadian tv about his Virtual Paintout blog. If you participate in his challenge each month you might see your painting. Click HERE and this link will take you to his blog. Enjoy!

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND #2

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This is my second submission to Virtual Paintout. I have explored Prince Edward Island through Google Street View and although the pictures are not the best, I could still see how beautiful it is. Virtual Paintout is a challenge I look forward to each month. With this scene I simplified greatly to focus on shapes and color. I have a tendency to want to put every detail in my painting so that is a challenge for me, too. I learn more and more each time I paint. I love it!

MAKE-UP #3

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My third make-up painting. Now I am wondering if there is another one on the horizon. I am learning quite a lot painting the same subject. Of course, I learn from each painting I do. Happily the learning continues. Although, I have to admit I wish the learning would come quicker pace. :-)

MAKE-UP #2

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Here they are again - the usual suspects. Again, this was fun to paint. I think painting the same thing is such a learning experience. I believe I see another painting of make-up in my future!

MAKE-UP

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I didn't know what to paint and I didn't want to use a photograph. I pulled out some make-up and began. This was a lot of fun and I am going to try another still life using these same objects. I'd like to use fewer strokes. Maybe use some different backgrounds. We'll see.

CHEF

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LOOKING IN THE METROPOLITAN

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PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

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This is my submission to Virtual Paintout. Bill Guffy's choice this month is Prince Edward Island, Canada.

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RED SHAWL

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ARTICHOKE

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I have been taking care of grandchildren, hence the lack of posting the last few days. The next group arrived today so there will be few, if any, posts this week.

I had a few hours today to paint so I decided to try an artichoke. The first painting was a wipe out. I was determined to get something down so I started over and I am pleased with this one. It's the first time I've painted an artichoke. It's not an easy subject, but it was definitely fun.

HONG KONG

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This is another submission to Bill Guffy's Virtual Paintout. It is unclear where in Hong Kong this is located. These small houses were located at the end of a street - or ally. The abstract quality attacted me.

HAVE A FANTASTIC WEEKEND!!

THREE ON A BENCH

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It was a warm, sunny morning in Central Park and I spotted these three people enjoying the sun and each other's company. As you can probably tell, I loved being in New York City with all the interesting places and people. :-)

A WALK TO THE PARK

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I painted this from a photograph I took in New York City. This lady was crossing the street with her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. I liked the dark shadows of a sunny, summer day in the city and the dog's bright white tail wagging with excitement. She was walking in the direction of Central Park, as was I, and I think the dog knew exactly where they were headed.

DEEP BAY ROAD, HONG KONG

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This month's Virtual Paintout takes place in Hong Kong. There are so many great places to paint using Google's Street View and this is no exception. Bill Guffy is the host of this challenge and he does a fantastic job. Check out both sites for some really good art!

THE TOOLS OF MY OBSESSION

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I've been in Birmingham, AL visiting family. My son, daughter-in-law, and three grandchildren live there. We had a wonderful time eating good food, playing games, and going to the movies.

I painted this last week with the misconception that this would be quick and easy. HA! Definitely not so, but I had fun painting it. I may try this again as I like the subject matter - art toys, what a surprise!