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Showing posts with label Painting from Life. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Painting from Life. Show all posts

Tuesday, 22 September 2026

Tuesday, 22nd September 2026 - Morning Glory

After my guest left I put a load of washing in the machine and headed over to Wickhambreaux. There were road closures (yes, I did try to go through but had to turn around) along with very confusing diversion signs that disappeared or made no sense. I got lost in the outskirts of Canterbury for a short while until Google maps directed me back on route. I had a lovely time with Harriet and Herbie. We used the writing tablets and drew many complicated battles that stretched my imagination to its zenith. We had a stroll to the park before I headed home with no diversions. I have come back with lots of precious memories made. I was sorry to miss the girls but plan to go back next week with some lamb as requested by Herbie to see them.

Day 22 #stradaeasel

My sister gave me a morning glory a couple of years ago. It has self seeded into plant pots and between paving stones. They flower briefly in the morning. Who would have guessed? Today I had two. I sat on the doorstep to draw them but I could not quite capture their amazing colour. Lindsey has up to 14 flowering at one time. There are seeds beginning to ripen. I will leave them to find their perfect place for germination and next year I may have 14 morning glories.

Morning Glory
Pen and watercolour


Monday, 21 September 2026

Monday, 21st September 2026 - Tangerines

It has been another home day today. They are good days to have. The cupboards, fridge and wine rack are topped up thanks to Tescos delivering this morning. 

I continued with my endeavour to get the garden back into some sort of order. It was hot. I needed a hat and sunglasses when painting the top coat on the soffit board and my nose. Our roof is looking less gappy and more tiled.

Bookings for bed and breakfast and Little Holt continue to keep me busy. The best part is listening to stories of people's lives. Much more interesting than my own. I know all about that.

Day 21 #stradaeasel

Yesterday Tom gave me a tangerine. I love a tangerine. I had two nets delivered from Tescos today. They reminded me of Tom. A good challenge for today that is emotional and physical. This is my second attempt. I drew in the one using a non permanent ink pen. It was going well until I added watercolour. Then it turned a muddy murky brown. That one is in the recycling.


Tangerines
watercolour