Derbyshire – they have hills
I have just got back from a couple of days in Derbyshire. It was a challenge to paint some hills and think about composition without having that distant horizon that you get in East Anglia. I have posted the “un-touched” images below. The first things that I notice is that some of the trees are at awkward angles/positions to the edges of the pictures so they will need a tweak over the weekend.
First one of the day – not sure about the tree growing out the side of the frame. You can’t see the sheep behind me.
Pleased with the colours on this one although they look a bit “jumpy” in the photo. The path was busy with walkers – many knew St Ives – not the one in Cornwall.
Pleased with the trees but need to sort out the foreground. Last one of the day!
A misty morning but there was some light in the distance earlier that I can use. Just finished blocking in main shapes so ready for a coffee
I have tried altering angle of wall but not sure it works
Thank you for sharing the progression of your painting. Fascinating. (A Derbyshire blogger)
Nice paintings. The first 2 look like portions of Latkil Dale.
Hi,
Thanks for the comments. You are right about the location. I walked into the Dale from Over Haddon. I plan to go back soon.
Richard
Hi Richard,
I happen to have B&W film photos take n around some of your painting locations. I’ll upload them on my blog gradually. Hope you enjoyed your stay.
Allen