With the
woods arrayed in the full spectrum of fall colors, it is such a treat to be
outdoors and enjoy the cooler temps. This past weekend, I traveled with
long-time girlfriends to the Bayfield Apple Fest. It’s always a wonderful
experience to drive north and the Bayfield/Washburn area is especially
beautiful – spectacular views of Lake Superior, overflowing baskets of blooming
flowers on every light pole, yummy apple treats, friendly folks and eclectic
art. In spite of the rain, it was the
perfect combination to make it an outstanding trip!
This
week’s painting, Nova Scotia Waters, is 6” x 12” on 300 lb. watercolor paper,
and this offshore scene seems to reflect the colors of this special season. I
love the bright-orange boat moored in the harbor – in an old-language
dictionary, one of the terms for this intense shade of color is “nacarat.” That
seems like an excellent identifier for it!
