I’m back from vacation.  I’m done with my summer cold.   FINALLY I got out to paint yesterday with my friend HolLyn.  It was sunny and lovely at the Marin French Cheese Company   www.marinfrenchcheese.com

The sun was an added pleasure since we haven’t seen it in eight days!! here in Bodega Bay. It’s been cool and foggy, per usual summertime weather.   But yesterday we had sun and what a terrific place to paint or visit.  So many potential paintings in this park-like setting with old farm buildings, a pond, picnic tables,  and a deli. The views of gorgeous Marin and Sonoma counties vibrant grasslands and local ranches are just breathtaking. Here is one of my little paintings done quickly in oil. I feel like I’m back in the saddle!

Summer Pastoral