Gouache on Board 7x5
I painted over a a transparent layer of burnt seina which gives the
piece a kind of glow like you would see at sunset. It reminds me of a
summer day. When summer landscapes are filled with green everywhere it
is difficult to find a way to translate this feeling of life energy to a
painting. Adding bits of red, or warm colors seems to bring out the
presence of the sun. I was inspired to try painting with gouache by one
of my favorite artists, James Gurney. I also use gouache for plein air
studies. It is convenient to carry, and cleans up with water.