Over the water
Posted: July 21, 2016 Filed under: Uncategorized 32 CommentsKnowing what Irish weather might be like, I picked accommodations with water views so I could paint in the unlikely case of rain. In Cahersiveen I had a perfect setup. A window full of clouds and an ever-changing view of what my hostess called “over the water”. I tried to paint what I saw in front of me. Bits of farmland, islands, clouds and some houses in the foreground (which the hostess suggested I leave out), using a muted palette for the foggy day. When the painting was done, her husband (who is an amateur historian and a bit of a sailor too) identified the bits of landmass in my picture, “Viking burial ground over there, ring forts that way, Church Island in front of Beginish Island, standing stones on top of that hill…” It’s a fascinating place in so many ways and in these few days going around the Ring of Kerry I’ve only just seen a fraction of the mountains and bays and towns and ruins that there are to be seen. I hope to come back soon.
Love that sky!
Thanks!
Love the big sky!
There was so much sky to paint on that day.
Lovely! I’m enjoying that Shadow Green and where you have let it cross into other mixes!
I’ve been enjoying using it. Thanks TR!
Quite evocative. Ignoring the houses was good advice.
Thanks!
I think you’ve captured the mood of Ireland perfectly
There’s so much to paint here. This country merits another visit for sure.
I love the atmosphere of this sketch. I’m really enjoying seeing Ireland through your eyes. I’ve never been, but you make me want to visit!
If you ever get a chance Susan, you should visit. It’s very special.
WOW!!!! That sky!!!!!
Thanks!!!
Love it, Shari!
This is stunning – your Irish shop was adorable, too. And I love more history quickies with your paintings. I’m putting Ireland on my bucket list.
What size WC paper are you using ?
I love this. Just beautiful.
Thanks so much!
Thanks!
I am seeing Viking dragon ships in the shape of those clouds!
I think I saw those too!
Fabulous paintings. I’m really enjoying your journey and seeing through your artists eyes.
Thanks Ros. It’s been such a great visit through Ireland.
Beautiful sky! What pigments did you use?
Thanks. I used lots of Cerulean Blue and raw umber to get the muted palette v
Amazing energy!
Thanks so much Gil!
So dramatic. Really nicely done. Cheers, Chris
Thanks Chris. Hope your summer is wonderful!
I love that moody sky! Well done…and you got a bit of history too.
Thanks so much Joan.
You should contact the tourist office! Your art is so enthralling it makes one want to visit all those wonderful places. So enjoying seeing your work! As always…..