In 2022, I made my first PleinAir exhibition off of my property. Although I have many inspiring views in and around my home, I decided to drive to Tonto Creek to paint the flowing water. Each and every time I go to the creek, I end up taking a lot of photographs. When I return to my studio, I can look at at the photographs for a reference. I do not paint entirely from the photo, as photos are not accurate. The more I paint from life, the more I see how the photographs distort the images. I still love having the references to help me decide what my soul desires to paint.
In 2022, I made my first PleinAir exhibition off of my property. Although I have many inspiring views in and around my home, I decided to drive to Tonto Creek to paint the flowing water. Each and every time I go to the creek, I end up taking a lot of photographs. When I return to my studio, I can look at at the photographs for a reference. I do not paint entirely from the photo, as photos are not accurate. The more I paint from life, the more I see how the photographs distort the images. I still love having the references to help me decide what my soul desires to paint.