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Day 16, Staying Put
We goofed yesterday. My husband had two colleagues over to work on some research. We thought that with a little care it would be fine to work outside in the fresh air. I made them coffee and brownies. They talked … Continue reading
Posted in Body Language, Telling a Story, Uncategorized
Tagged California, Coronavirus, Gouache, Home, San Diego, Sheltering in Place
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And on the 15th Day They Worked
A backyard patio, blue gloves, lounge chairs set ten feet apart, and a portable whiteboard with designated markers, that’s all it takes to make a perfect setup for work in the time of coronavirus. And a pretty good setup for … Continue reading
Posted in Telling a Story
Tagged Black Watercolor Paper, California, Coronavirus, Gouache, San Diego, Sheltering in Place
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Day 14: That Last Flower Petal
I walked up the hill to Trader Joes’ two weeks ago and, among other items, bought a bouquet of flowers. They were so pretty, especially in the transparent vase, and I kept telling myself that it would be fun to … Continue reading
Posted in Interior
Tagged Black Watercolor Paper, Coronavirus, Gouache, Pastel Pencils, Sheltering in Place
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Day 13, Finally OK to Be a Couch Potato
I have been on a roll with my sketchbook, drawing what I want and getting a kick out it. I started this sketch with my husband’s head and worked toward the left. Then I wanted to show more of the … Continue reading
Posted in Figures, Telling a Story
Tagged Coronavirus, Gouache, Pastels, San Diego, Sheltering in Place
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Day 12, Talking about Coronavirus
Like others, we have been talking on the phone or Skyping more often in the last few weeks. This evening when our son called, I had my sketchbook in hand and was in the midst of a drawing. I just … Continue reading
Tide Pool 2
Early in March, I sketched at the Torrey Pines tidal pools just north of San Diego. I liked my sketch but thought I could do better. Since I also took many photos, I was able to use these along with … Continue reading
Posted in Landscape, Telling a Story
Tagged Black Bristol Paper, California, Gouache, San Diego, Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
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Scrabble Wars on Day 9 of Sheltering in Place
Over the last some forty years, we have played our share of competitive Scrabble. Along with a fire to offset some unusual cold and rain, vying for the best plays helped pass day 9 of sheltering in place. We are … Continue reading
Posted in Interior, Telling a Story
Tagged Black Bristol Paper, Figure, Gouache, Scrabble
4 Comments