Shade by the river...

Oil on canvas board

12x8 inches

£25

Another warm and sunny day to get outside and paint. Without the threat of showers!. I picked a quiet spot, next to an oak tree but when I sat down, I couldn't see the water. If I attempted to get closer, I would slide down the balsam, towards the river. I pulled loads up to make my platform so I could see better too. It was really peaceful, quiet, with the gentle rhythm of the river beneath my feet. I had to unpack and make a start. From the other bank, long grasses swept up before dropping down into a shallow depression towards the trees. From here, I could get a nice contrast between the yellow grasses and the distant trees. Those trees swept away to my right, receding gently as they disappeared. With the sun behind my right shoulder, I began the task of capturing this tranquil moment.