Staying Outside as Long as We Can

We are determined to keep our Tuesday gatherings
outside as long as we can.
Today Christine graciously allowed us to paint
at her amazing French Country home in Milton.
(See how cool she is here!)

quick study for studio painting

8 x 10 

There was a sweet statue of a boy reading at the entrance 

that caught my eye, 

surrounded by all that late summer bright green. 

With this study, my sketches, and photos, 

I am hoping to do a larger version. (Or not.)

I'm just so happy to have been there today!  

Thank you Christine! 

Meanwhile, as recommended by fellow painter Nancy Hartley, 

I downloaded and read this book yesterday 

on my Kindle. 

Steal Like an Artist

10 things nobody told you about being creative

 by 

Austin Kleon 

Incredibly inspiring and practical.
A modern look at "new" truths about creativity.
Great great graphics....A MUST read for ANYONE who
 feels the urge to create something!
No kidding. Get this book!