Rain and wet snow are usually enough to keep me in my studio. However a couple weeks ago I was invited to paint from a balcony on Mt. Washington, which has a grand view. (Hence, Grandview Avenue, which is where I was.) Rather than wait for a sunny day I decided to paint the city enveloped by full dampness. There is a lot to learn when the atmosphere is full of moisture. For one thing, edges are soft, values become quite close and the colors are tints of pastel. In addition it can be a quiet painting experience with hours of consistent gray diffused light.
5 comments:
I'm really enjoying this, Ron. I know right where this is, for starters; and second, I think you've captured the atmosphere perfectly. Lovely job!
I like how you have captured the weight in the air. It feels heavy.
Awesome Ron! Always love the paintings of Pittsburgh.
I agree; the atmosphere is great and gives me a feeling of heaviness.
Ron, wow! This is great! The color of the water is perfect. You've certainly shown that a dingy day can make for a wonderful painting. Glad you decided to go!
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