Tag Archives: Balboa Park

The Old Cactus Garden, II

Posted on December 22, 2021 by Sarah Sullivan

Back in Balboa Park’s Old Cactus Garden for a third week, I turned my easel and looked south. I liked how the morning light lit the plants, the left falling slope, and the contrast of the organic shapes to the … Continue reading →

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The Old Cactus Garden at Balboa Park

Posted on November 28, 2021 by Sarah Sullivan

There is an old cactus garden at Balboa Park in San Diego. It looks out over the Cabrillo Bridge and is edged by buildings built for the 1915 Exposition. The plants have unexpected shapes and almost seem to be plotting … 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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Reflection Pond in December

Posted on December 2, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

It was a gorgeous December day in San Diego, warm, bright, and perfect for a painting trip to the reflection pond at Balboa Park. Before leaving the house, I had the thought to paint the pond with the Timken Museum … Continue reading →

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Archer or Arches?

Posted on November 14, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

Balboa Park has a 30- acre archery range that winds its way under Cabrillo Bridge and along a canyon full of eucalyptus and palm trees. We painted at the target practice area at the start of the trail. It was … Continue reading →

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Painter at the End of the Garden

Posted on October 18, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

Last Friday, after finishing ‘Because of the Gardeners,’ it was still early. I looked around thinking that I could at least get a good start on a second piece. I noticed how the walkways led to my friend, who was … Continue reading →

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Because of the Gardeners

Posted on October 16, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

Balboa Park has become something of a steady date in the heat. Its shade, beauty, peace, and variety are a huge draw. Today I painted in Alcazar Garden, a formal garden with boxwood hedges and mature tropical plants. I was … Continue reading →

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