Monthly Archives: June 2021

Camping in the Laguna Mountains

Posted on June 28, 2021 by Sarah Sullivan

The Laguna Mountains rise to about 6,000 feet (1800 meters) in eastern San Diego County. The area is full of meadows, tall pines, and oaks. The Lagunas are a delightful place year-round, particularly in the midst of summer heat. We … Continue reading →

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Batter Up!

Posted on June 22, 2021 by Sarah Sullivan

Our Tuesday night Zoom model wore a baseball shirt and held a big bat. He looked wistfully off to the side and it was easy to imagine that he was dreaming of hitting a home run.

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Roller Skating at Liberty Station

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Sarah Sullivan

There is a place in Liberty Station in San Diego where roller skaters of all skill levels gather. I went there today to practice sketching people in motion, which I did. But, after watching a bit, what I really wanted … Continue reading →

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Out Sketching in Balboa Park

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Sarah Sullivan

Today is our second day without COVID restrictions. It feels so good to be out and about again, although many of us are still clinging to our masks. This morning I went to Balboa Park and sketched a bit. I … Continue reading →

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Torrey Pines Beach in June

Posted on June 12, 2021 by Sarah Sullivan

Last week the winds were strong along the San Diego coast but very calm inland around my house. I set off for one of my favorite state parks, Torrey Pines, not expecting that I would not be able to keep … Continue reading →

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A Lagoon Near Del Mar

Posted on June 11, 2021 by Sarah Sullivan

The days where we can comfortably stand in the sunshine and paint for hours in San Diego usually come to an end in June. So I went to San Dieguito Lagoon near the Del Mar Fairgrounds, and enjoyed the good … Continue reading →

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Sketching Bobby Brown

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Sarah Sullivan

The Fresno Zoom sketching group has many terrific models. One of my favorites is a young art student, Bobby Brown. It delights me when Zoom opens up, and I see him on my screen. There is something about his quiet … Continue reading →

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