Plein Air Thursday: We Give Thanks

During this busy holiday period the Plein Air Thursday Group has taken the time to bring in some items from the Centers "need list". They were very appreciative of our giving spirit. Thank you for all that you have done.
The group has been busy working on paintings, some are doing series and others are working on
technique.
Several members of the group painted benches for the Discovery Children's museum, Carol, Liz Gigi and myself. I do want to note that Gigi's bench was featured on the front cover of the brochure. Congrats to Gigi… I will bring in the brochure for all to see.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
This weeks paintings:

Gigi painted this bug painting using oils. This close up version is an interesting perspective.
The shapes are varied and create an flow throughout the painting. Fabulous, Gigi!

Gigi and Virginia

Sheila painted this scene using watercolors. She is still working on this and I can't wait to see
the finished piece. Great job so far, Sheila

Sheila painted this pumpkin using watercolors. The variations in the colors on the pumpkin are beautiful.
The shadows are also multicolored. Love this one, Sheila….Great Job!

Sheila painted this still-life using watercolors. The tomato has great depth and roundness.
The bottle is fabulous…love all the colors you used. Wonderful Sheila!

Sheila

Linda and Charlene ponder their paintings before the critique.

Michelle sketched this piece last week using charcoal. She finished the reflections and
the painting came to life. Beautiful, simple composition that just shines with you touch.

Michelle sketched this old family barn using charcoal. The value scale is very good on this piece and it makes the
painting have depth and shadows. Just Fabulous, Michelle. Also love the story behind this piece !

Charlene painted this Monhegan cottage using oils. The warm colors in the pathway lead the viewer into the
picture. Charlene used various greens to create a summer atmosphere in this painting. Just Beautiful Charlene!

Terrie captured this old Tuscan building on canvas using acrylics. The blue door is inviting and those dark windows
are very intriguing . You certainly captured the nature of Tuscany in this painting. Great job, Terrie!

Linda is painting a series of Maine granite pieces. She painted this piece using pastels.
The subtle colors in the rock make the viewer feel the solid nature of this stone. The flowers growing
out of the granite is a great juxtaposition of soft and hard elements. Another successful
painting, Linda. Gorgeous!