I've been working on this pastel painting of a really wonderful spot in Harper's Ferry, W.V. I can't do justice to the setting in this piece; it was one of those rounding-the-corner moments that transported me into another time. I loved the silence, the aging of the buildings, the sun in the grass, the rain barrels and the variety of construction and paving materials - all in one vignette! I didn't get out my triangle and rulers to map out the perspective here, but rather cobbled it all together by hand, intentionally skewing some aspects (like the not-so-lined-up windows) in an attempt to keep it under-worked in appearance. Some of it satisfies me, some of it not so much. But I mostly feel I preserved the mood.My artwork can be viewed at www.southmountainsketchbook.weebly.com
7 comments:
Love it Dianne.
What a beautiful spot indeed. I can easily see why you were led to this painting. Truly perfect!
Dianne, is this done on torn edge pastel paper? I really like the rustic mood you created with the weathered wood and old buildings. Great job!
Harper's Ferry is a great place with character and history around every corner. Wonderful painting Dianne.
Yep, just tore the edges on pastel paper. What the heck!
One of my most favorite places, Dianne - and beautifully rendered. My husband and I just watched a documentary on the Appalachian Trail, and they showed an ariel view of the trail in Harper's Ferry - I instantly wanted to make plans for us to go there again!
Love the shadows on the ground Dianne!
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