Columbus Park Lagoon plein air painting in casein by Ted Gordon
Painted this morning in Columbus Park, Chicago.
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I enjoy drawing, painting, and sculpting from direct observation - both in the studio and plein air. I also like to experiment with different tools and techniques. Following my blog will allow you to see examples of my work in progress and read about what was happening as I made them.
Painting the field at Thatcher Woods with the moon and birders
The first thing that grabbed my attention when I entered the field was the early morning moon. Later, a group of birders entered and slowly made their way around the edge of the woods. Not pictured: a yellow jacket that harassed me every 15-20 minutes.
Thatcher woods with moon and birders painted in casein by Ted Gordon
Arch at Columbus Park
Early morning plein air watercolor painting at the Columbus Park refectory. There was a bit of rain, so I set up under the roof of the refectory. I chose this view, to allow the arch to form a frame and create contrast with the sunlit trees.
Watercolor plein air painting at Columbus Park