Tag Archives: Black Bristol Paper

Waiting

Posted on December 8, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

My nephew stood waiting for my brother to play pickleball. I was intrigued by my nephew’s blend of polite deference and impatience and how it showed in his posture as he leaned onto the patio chair. I snapped a photo … Continue reading →

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A Healthy Smoothie for Papa!

Posted on October 22, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

We had a hectic visit with our son and his beloved in the Bay Area. I only did a few sketches while we were there, mostly line drawings with a red pastel pencil on black bristol paper. Now that I … Continue reading →

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Crocheting for Halloween

Posted on October 12, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

I sat with one of my favorite fabric artists as she was adding to her collection of small Halloween figures. I like being with other artists as they make decisions about their work, in this case, choices about the yarn, … Continue reading →

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Big and Little at Tuna Harbor Park

Posted on August 31, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

Our Thursday Plein air group met at Tuna Harbor Park in San Diego. The park opens onto the San Diego Harbor and looks out on the USS Midway, once an active aircraft carrier, now a museum ship. I liked the … Continue reading →

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Beachcombing at Night

Posted on August 21, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

Another from my recent beach series. In this one, I strove to capture the feelings of mystery and beauty that being on a beach at night brings. Additionally, I continue to explore the patterns that artificial light makes at night.

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On the Bay

Posted on August 10, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

The San Diego Thursday Painters met on Vacation Island in Mission Bay. It was an overcast morning, almost cool, with many people out enjoying the water. The clouds blocked the sun and gave a gentle evenness to the surroundings.

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Strawberry Cake and Flowers for Breakfast

Posted on May 23, 2023 by Sarah Sullivan

What a great idea this is for breakfast tomorrow! Unfortunately, it is a scene we painted during tonight’s online Tuesday night still-life. I especially loved painting the pattern of the tablecloth.

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