Tag Archives: San Diego

Morning Light at Sunset Cliffs

Posted on September 17, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

It was low tide at Sunset Cliffs this morning, and the mellow sea set off the earth tones of the cliffs. The Cliffs are locally famous for its sunsets, but its morning light is really special too.

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A Harbor View

Posted on September 12, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

Last Thursday, I painted at Tidelands Park in Coronado. As it sometimes happens, I noticed this more interesting view of the harbor when I was in the midst of my first painting. The geometry of the palm trunks against the … Continue reading →

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Canyon Runners

Posted on September 2, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

I painted for a few hours this morning at Balboa Park. I looked East toward Florida Canyon and admired all the dry desert vegetation with its dusty grays, browns, and greens. But most of all, I admired the runners who … Continue reading →

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At Balboa Park

Posted on August 25, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

Last Sunday I was at Balboa Park and got a pretty good start on this sketch. This evening I pulled it out and finished it up with shadows and figures.

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Glorietta Bay

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

I went out to Glorietta Bay on nearby Coronado Island and began to paint, thinking that the mid morning fog would lift and the sea and sky would turn into glorious blues. As you can see, I was mistaken. Even … Continue reading →

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A Couch, a Book, a Son, and a Sketch

Posted on August 3, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

Over the years I’ve sketched my son lounging with a book many times. I admire the way he fills the couch with his relaxed limbs and comfortable presence. I wanted to capture that feeling with this painting. I usually paint … Continue reading →

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So Cool!

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

My son and husband were having fun talking about something while I casually sketched them from across the room. I was charmed by their animated faces and relaxed bodies as they discussed the idea at hand. Their body language clearly … Continue reading →

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