It certainly seems to have become autumn now, and the leaves and conkers are falling. We are told that the coronavirus spread is likely to get worse rather than better over the next few months as it thrives in the cold, and we are likely to be more confined again. Who knows what this means for Christmas festivities - but it does mean that you have no excuse for not contributing to the blog!
It has been suggested that, since the winter programme has been put on indefinite hold, we should try to add some of its structure to this page. So there will be some photos at the end of this blog, designed to give you subject matter, should you want it, ideas for your own still life, if that is what you prefer, and a landscape or cityscape of some sort for inspiration. You don't have to use any of them, of course, and we will continue to welcome any contributions on any subject.
It has been suggested that, since the winter programme has been put on indefinite hold, we should try to add some of its structure to this page. So there will be some photos at the end of this blog, designed to give you subject matter, should you want it, ideas for your own still life, if that is what you prefer, and a landscape or cityscape of some sort for inspiration. You don't have to use any of them, of course, and we will continue to welcome any contributions on any subject.
| First this week - I think we've all had Diana's experience! 'I got my watercolour paints out and started the view from upstairs back window,then I got distracted.' |  |
| While Carolyn, bearing in mind the topic of 'Harvest' has given the whole story from apple to juice. She worked in Inktense pencils, but isn't sure that she likes it as much now she has added water. Very brave to tackle the juicer! |  |
From Frances, four bold-coloured offerings that definitely say 'Harvest'. Two drawings in sketchbook of autumnal quinces and sunflower then translated with acrylic on small block canvases.
And a wonderful harvest of squashes from Sally P. She is planning to use a different medium for the same subject next week. This is the first suggestion we have for a subject for anyone who wants to use this for next week's still life.
And a wonderful harvest of squashes from Sally P. She is planning to use a different medium for the same subject next week. This is the first suggestion we have for a subject for anyone who wants to use this for next week's still life.
 | An atmospheric image from rather later into autumn from Les Bragg. Thanks to Sally P. for sending it. |
A cool image from Avril this week, that she describes as: 'cream dream in pastels'. She was concerned she has made the shadow too dark, but I think the drama of the contrast works well.
| From Jane ... 'Yet more sunflowers (blown over by the wind). Acrylic paint on paper.' |  |
Here are two stages in Harriet's picture of recently harvested apples. A great study with real solidity.
 | 'A chalk pastel study of my Cosmos ‘cup cakes’ as observed from inside my studio.' From Lesley. |
'Here are my pictures for today an attempt at harvest. Two water colour of tomatoes not my favourite medium and quick pen and ink of a beetroot. Now I shall eat them.' From Sally T.
A great trio, such a glossy plum tomato, and hairy beetroot!
A great trio, such a glossy plum tomato, and hairy beetroot!
This week I haven't managed to do anything myself. So here are some pictures to hopefully inspire you, either to use them directly, or, Sally L's idea, the corresponding items in your house to be set up in a similar way; and a landscape photo, from 2012, of the very romantic-looking Scotney Castle. Feel free to use as you please. Don't forget there is also Sally P's still life.
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