Tag Archives: Canyonlands National Park

Leaving Canyonlands

Posted on July 4, 2019 by Sarah Sullivan

I had a good run painting at Canyonlands and this sunset is the last one I completed there. This compositional structure (buttes on both sides that contrast with interior canyons which recede into the distance) became on of my favorites. … Continue reading →

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Between the Buttes

Posted on June 30, 2019 by Sarah Sullivan

The Canyonlands is a complex system of rocks, water, earth, and air. The landscape changes dramatically, depending on which mix of these elements is present. The greens here follow Indian Creek, and the yellows are dried grasses. I like the … Continue reading →

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Another from the Reservoir

Posted on June 28, 2019 by Sarah Sullivan

It has gotten hot here in Canyonlands National Park and the attraction of the water, both as a subject and a cooling experience, is considerable. When the winds are strong, lights and darks are reflected in the water and I … Continue reading →

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Canyon Across the Reservoir

Posted on June 26, 2019 by Sarah Sullivan

Canyon Across the Reservoir I spent the day at a small reservoir at the base of a large canyon, painting, swimming, and admiring the beauty of Canyonland National Park. The colors and shapes of this area continue to challenge me, … Continue reading →

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Deep Canyon

Posted on June 23, 2019 by Sarah Sullivan

Today was my third day painting in Canyonlands National Park and I am beginning to get a sense of this beautiful landscape.

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Shapes and Colors of Canyonlands

Posted on June 21, 2019 by Sarah Sullivan

I spent the day thinking about different color and paintbrush combinations for my Canyonlands plein air backpack. After eight very small sketches, I settled in on using mostly flat brushes and purples, reds, and oranges for most of the rock … Continue reading →

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Canyonlands Sky

Posted on June 20, 2019 by Sarah Sullivan

We arrived in Canyonlands National Park just as it got dark today. The night sky has no moon so far and the stars and Milky Way are spectacular, especially against the dark red buttes. I tried to capture the night … Continue reading →

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