Tag Archives: San Diego

Artist on a Pier

Posted on September 15, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

The San Diego Watercolor Society was out at Shoreline Park for our monthly paintout. Shoreline Park overlooks the Americas Cup Harbor, and a marina bursting with boats. It is framed by the hills of Point Loma and is a favored … Continue reading →

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Down by the Bay

Posted on August 13, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

This was painted at Dana Point along San Diego‘s Mission Bay.

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Waiting to Kayak

Posted on June 22, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

Something locals and tourists enjoy in the San Diego area is kayaking along the caves of the La Jolla Ecological Reserve and Underwater Park. You can rent a kayak and go out with a guide for a few hours. Last … Continue reading →

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Priorities on a Summer Evening

Posted on June 4, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

On a summer evening, the dishes can wait!

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Trees on an Island

Posted on May 3, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

Yesterday, the Thursday painters met at Tecolote Shores along Mission Bay. The morning was overcast with lots of rich, muted grays. From the moment I walked down to the water, I had my eye on the trees across the bay, they … Continue reading →

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Rowing In

Posted on April 20, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

The Thursday painters met at the Maritime Museum along the San Diego Harbor, where I tried yet again to paint the historic ships. I did not have much luck with that, but I do like this gestural sketch of someone … Continue reading →

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Vineyards and Boulders

Posted on April 14, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

The San Diego Watercolor Society’s monthly paintout group met yesterday at the Trevi Hills Winery in the hills above Lakeside. After a terrific demo by Drew Bandish, we each painted our own piece. I was intrigued by the designs the … Continue reading →

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