Posts Tagged ‘Cambridgeshire plein air oil painting’
On the Ouse opposite Holywell
This is a view looking towards Holywell from the south side of the river. It was threatening rain with the odd bright glow from the low sun. Pleased with the overall atmosphere but the river needs work to make it sit flat and go back. I might glaze this the unify all the bright accidental…
Read MoreReturn to Berry Fen
Had a go at a “green monster” at Berry Fen near Bluntisham. The result was a bit overworked in places, and looking at the photo I see the foreground has gone astray. In the studio I use a mirror to spot problems such as this were basic shapes are wrong -I think I will have…
Read MoreWoodwalton Fen
Spend the morning at Woodwalton Fen – lots of scope for paintings so I plan to go back later in the week. Preferred it when it was overcast but should not complain about seeing the sun. On location pictures below to prove I was there – not brave enough to post images of painting just…
Read MorePlein-air painting on the River Great Ouse
Last weekend the clocks changed to summer time so no excuse for not getting out. The weather was also helpful as it was slightly overcast so I did not have to chase too many shadows, and the sun did not bleach out all the local colours. Over the winter I found a great new location …
Read MoreAnother Norfolk Painting Trip
I have recently returned from another painting trip to Blakeney and Salthouse on the North Norfolk Coast. I tried to push myself regards subject matter – not too many trees! Some success but mostly came back with lots of “starts” that will need more work on. Tones still a challenge for me. I have posted…
Read MorePainting at Berry Fen
Hi, Found a great new spot for painting – providing you have plenty of insect repellent for the mosquitos. Berry Fen is a small RSPB reserve with great views of Bluntisham church on its small rise. Tried to improve my tonal values on this one as looking back at recent posts some of my…
Read MoreEvening at Holywell
Got out this evening at Holywell. An atmospheric place with great willow trees and well placed church. I have found some great compositions in the winter or autumn when it is flood, but not in the summer. There is a large willow tree that I really dislike. I have posted my effort below – limited…
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