Ten years ago
Posted: August 9, 2024 Filed under: Uncategorized 16 CommentsI haven’t had much time to write this week. I’ve been painting. I took advantage of the oppressive heat outdoors and then some rainy days to work on some larger format watercolours in my studio.
Ever since my sister and I took a trip to Newfoundland with our dad in 2014 (ten years ago, almost to the day, in fact), I’ve been wanting to paint some of the scenes that made an impression on me at the time. This painting is a scene from Elliston, also known as The Root Cellar Capital of the World. I loved the angles and the hard edges of the layered rocks sandwiched between two layers of waves — one from the water and one from the rolling hills in the distance. I painted this on a sheet of Arches CP 140 lb.
We also spent some time in St. John’s — Newfoundland and Labrador’s capital city. I remember that it rained a lot of that week, so to convey the mist and atmosphere, I painted this half-sheet harbour scene on a damp sheet of paper. I still have many images that I want to capture from that week, and with the remnants of Hurricane Debby upon us today, I think it will be another day in studio.
New on YouTube, but not that new
A few years ago I sketched the iconic snack bar Chez Chantal in La Malbaie. We recorded my sketch on video but it’s been a busy few years and we never had time to edit it and upload it to YouTube. But it’s there now, so check it out if you are interested.
Wow! Love that harbour scene!!
Thanks so much Linda!!
Shari, these are beautiful pieces. Especially the Newfoundland ones really reflect the place’s characteristics. I enjoy your work, thank you!
Thanks Beste. I really enjoyed working in studio this week. Glad you like em!
Beautiful and inspiring, as always.
Such beautiful work Shari!
And I WILL check out your You Tube🙌
These are FANTASTIC, Shari! Thank you for sharing!
Very exciting. Love the work.
Shari…your painting of the boats in Labrador on the misty day is absolutely GORGEOUS! The colors are so pure and bright against the misty cool sky. Love it!
As ever, colorful and eye catching. Your video was really nice, too.
Beautiful video! Hope to see you when the weather improves.
Always a treat to see your paintings and watch you work. I always learn something new!
The one I showed Jacques:)Looking forward to the video..Thank you.
Thank you for sharing your artistic journey! Your Newfoundland trip sounds truly inspiring, and I’m intrigued by how you’re capturing those scenes with your watercolors. The Chez Chantal video is a fantastic addition—looking forward to watching it. Enjoy your studio time with the stormy weather!
thanks so much Lana!
Brilliant!