These two studies were painted a couple of days ago in Oregon's Wallowa Valley. The second view is one I have painted before in the winter when it was covered with snow. As elsewhere in the western US this year, snow is still quite abundant in the mountains. These were painted in the same location looking different directions. As I was standing next to the fence of the field in front of me, a swather drove by cutting the rye grass hay, pelting me with rocks and cruft. I had quite a few bits of hay to pick off my painting and palette. In his hermetically sealed air conditioned cab the farmer had no idea that he was showering me with debris; and even if he did, he was only doing his job. A ready smile and a friendly wave accorded instant forgiveness. I need to get out again soon. Both studies, 8x6", oil on linen.
These two studies were painted a couple of days ago in Oregon's Wallowa Valley. The second view is one I have painted before in the winter when it was covered with snow. As elsewhere in the western US this year, snow is still quite abundant in the mountains. These were painted in the same location looking different directions. As I was standing next to the fence of the field in front of me, a swather drove by cutting the rye grass hay, pelting me with rocks and cruft. I had quite a few bits of hay to pick off my painting and palette. In his hermetically sealed air conditioned cab the farmer had no idea that he was showering me with debris; and even if he did, he was only doing his job. A ready smile and a friendly wave accorded instant forgiveness. I need to get out again soon. Both studies, 8x6", oil on linen.
