Foxglove Abstract, Stabilo woody pencils, abt 8x10

This was inspired by about.com's monthly painting project http://painting.about.com/u/sty/submissiongallery/painting-project-abstracted-flowers/and the desire to experiment with my new woody colored pencils.

Vernon Farm Shed, Acrylic, 11x14

Went to a farm that had a pre Civil War barn. So much to paint! Finally settled on this interesting shed. Used 5 colors; white, ultramarine blue, burnt sienna, alizarin crimson, hansa yellow opaque. Forgot our thank you cards so just drew a little sketch for our thank you note. Little cooler today, about 50F, only a slight wind. So the Golden open acrylics were still wet when I went home. Luckily the rain held off and we had mostly sun. Wore my old safety glasses that don't get dark in the sun. I like plein air painting because you're outside and you don't need a studio.