Author Archives: Sarah Sullivan

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About Sarah Sullivan

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Several More from Santee Lakes

Posted on January 15, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

In the past week, I painted several times at Santee Lakes as I got ready to give a demo sponsored by the San Diego Watercolor Society that took place last Saturday. I posted my first two practice pieces on this … Continue reading →

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Hello New Year!

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

Hello New Year! It is so good to see your ancient self again. May I find you as delightful as ever!

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December Day at Santee Lakes

Posted on December 28, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

Trees are just now losing their leaves in the San Diego area. It makes for beautiful reflections in the water, especially when contrasted with the reeds on the left.

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In the Misty Morning

Posted on December 27, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

Are people more quiet on misty mornings, or does the mist damp the sound? We ate on a terrace overlooking Hanalei Bay and seemed like everyone spoke in whispers while keeping their eyes on morning sky and changing sea.

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Happy Holidays to All!

Posted on December 24, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

Sending the warmest of holiday wishes to each of you, readers, bloggers, fellow art enthusiasts, family, and friends across the globe. May the new year bring peace, fulfillment, and great painting fun to all!

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Backlit Figures

Posted on December 16, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

These last months, I have been working on compositions that look directly into the sun and have strongly backlit features with dramatic shadows. The Thursday group went to Coronado Island this past Thursday morning; the sun was bright, the shadows … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Night with Paul Cézanne

Posted on December 13, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

Our Tuesday night still-life group has made a change for the fall. We begin our weekly Zoom sessions by viewing select artwork from artists who paint in distinctive styles. Then, using a still-life or photo, we attempt to evoke something … Continue reading →

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