So, we are in high gear here getting ready for that. I am also organizing my materials for the online Skies class I'll be teaching in a few weeks, and finishing up the last week of the Luminous Landscape class in progress now. I've got several larger paintings going in the studio, but none of them are in "postable" condition just yet. So, here are a couple of sketches by John Constable, the great early 19th century English landscape painter, who I have written about many times on this blog (see sidebar for links). Constable undertook several campaigns of skying during his career and left us with a record of not only the weather but the very heart of his art. Enjoy!
6 comments:
Good luck with the classes Deborah. The Constable paintings are very nice, they have an old world feel to them which gives us a glimpse of life back in that century. I Like the second simple tonal painting it has a lovely harmony to it. In the first I feel the sky is very busy and there is plenty to see on the beach and sea too. I prefer a quieter scene but that is just a matter of taste after all. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for posting these Constables. Great to get a view of your busy studio life, too!
Take care.
Hi Deborah -
I'm so looking forward to the workshop! And can't wait to see your work in person.
I have a solo exhibit to deliver 8 hours away this weekend (yay!) and then I have a wonderful workshop. I'm super excited about Texas: being warm and focusing on sketching and painting.
Like Casey, I thank you for giving us a glimpse into your daily life. It's indeed full to overflowing, and leads me to believe that you must be incredibly organized. Good luck with it! Your online classes are great. And thank you for re-introducing me to Constable. I last had known him through college art history classes 30 years ago, so had only reviewed him superficially. I've always liked him, but after reading your blog and taking your class, I have developed quite a love for his work. Thanks again.
Hi Caroline-glad you enjoyed them!
Thanks Casey!
See you soon, Lisa!
Hi Bea- glad you have become a Constable fan. The more you study him, the more there is to admire.
Yep, just like the ones I used to gawk at all the time in London.
Love 'em!
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