Feb 16, 2007

Serra Museum


6x8
Oil/linen panel
Plein air

Here's a mission style building built in 1929 that sits atop Presidio Park in San Diego. It's the site of the first mission and fortified settlement in present-day California. Been trying to push myself to simplify, abstract and not get so caught up in details. I particularly like the railing on top. I was looking up at the building from below. It was an interesting but awkward angle. Ahhh, the challenges...........

Feb 11, 2007

India & Vine


8x10
Oil/linen panel
Plein air

Taking a break from my miniature portrait spree, I painted this one to get outside and loosen up. It's not as loose as I had envisioned. I think maybe doing so many small portraits lately has caused me to tighten up outdoors. The one I painted after this is also a bit tight. You would think it would be the other way around. Oh well, it was still fun none the less.