Tuesday, July 13, 2010

MONTANA DE ORO


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OIL/CANVAS BOARD
PALETTE KNIFE

Around and behind Morrow Bay is Montana de Oro State Park (I think that is the name).  It is a wonderful sanctuary and from the view and to the right, I could see the backside of Morro Rock. The wind was high and the seas rough.

The views from up high are spectacular and I am not the only one who thinks so.  First time I was there, there was a movie being filmed.  They had set up camp with big trailers and all the accompanying equipment in a cove below the main road.

Great place to hike and enjoy just being in a place so beautiful.

9 comments:

  1. I love these landscapes, good color and texture, very alive. Cheers

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  2. Just found your blog; love your work!
    How long have you been painting?

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  3. Thank you both for the lovely comments. So happy you found my blog. I started taking workshops from some very good artist/instructors about 10 yrs. ago. My first workshop was with Lesley Rich. John Poon is another exceptional artist/teacher.

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  4. The sky is amazing ...I love the composition, nice strong lines!

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  5. Thanks Dayna, nice to hear from you and I appreciate the comments.

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  6. Yes Betty, tho I'm 'quiet' lately I am still alive and kicking! This is a very nice piece; love the way the road curves and disappears into the trees, and as always, I think the textures you achieve are wonderful.

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  7. I just discovered your blog...love your warm purple shadows along the road. Your colors and texture are fantastic!

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  8. Thanks so much, Carol. Appreciate your visit and your nice comment. Come back often.

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  9. Oh, once again you make me miss my old neck-of-the-woods! Absolutely wonderful painting which truley captures it! Next time go up top on Montano de Oro from Morro Bay if you haven't yet. Incredible coastal view.

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