Capitol Reef cross-section
Posted: August 19, 2014 Filed under: Uncategorized 13 CommentsThe desert colours are still in my brain, especially the different hues that comprise the many layers in the canyons and cliffs of Utah. I bought a poster of a geologic cross-section because I loved the names of the rock — Navaho Sandstone, Redwall Limestone, Bright Angel Shale and Carmel Formation — and because they serve as a good reminder as I finish the paintings from home. Each park was visually unique and splendid but Capitol Reef remains a favourite because I spent the longest time there and it was relatively quiet compared to the more popular parks like Bryce and Zion.
If you ever get to go back go to Kodachrome (State Park I believe.) Extremely quiet and off the beaten path, beautiful. I’ve enjoyed all these posts.
Thanks. I did notice that park on the map, of course because of the unusual name!
Fantastic Shari! Such great “hard rock” country paintings- they are all so nice! I’d love to see you paint some of our high country vistas here in Colorado too. Thanks!
Thanks Tom. I know Colorado would be another incredible place to paint. Of course I want to get back to Utah but I know that there are so many other places that are just as amazing.
Truly superb Shari. I feel like I am right there. You have really captured the essence of this remarkable landscape.
Thanks Alison! It certainly was a remarkable landscape…
Okay. So these paintings from the US are great AND match your hair, but you’re Canadian work reflects your heart.
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You are so right Wayne. It’s always wonderful to get away and see the world but it’s even better to get back home.
In a word – beautiful. You understand the high desert landscape – you have painted it’s soul. I have spent over 20 years photographing the rocks and tidepools of Pt Lobos in California. It is unique – awesome even. Search http://www.pointlobos.org for images of rare beauty.
I will have to put Pt. Lobos on my list George. Truly spectacular! Thanks for sharing.
Outstanding! Extraordinary! Just flat out Marvelous!
Thanks Lynn!
This is just awesome……….it really packs a punch in bold colour and brush stroke…………and the perspective just invites me to walk right into the scene! Excellent!