One of the things I am looking forward to when the weather gets better is doing AND seeing art outside. Also, taking photographs that I can later translate into a sketch or painting back in my laundry room/studio.
Last September (when summer weather actually, finally arrived here in Ontario), I came across this neat piece behind the Alton Mill Art Centre:
And I came across these wonderful pieces on a walk around Crawford Lake:
Last summer I took many photos that I hoped to someday turn into paintings. Here is one I took last August, when I was visiting my sister in Kelowna:
This photo was the basis for a painting that I discussed in this post.
I am looking forward to more outdoor art adventures in the warm days to come!
Rock on,
The WB
Can you guess my theme for this year’s A-Z Challenge? All of my A-Z posts this month will be tied into my theme, which is represented by the title of a song that was popular when I was a child. Can you figure it out as the days (and posts) go by? Leave your guesses (one per day only, please) in the comments. At the end of the challenge, I will reveal the theme. Have fun!
No guesses yet, Deb, but definitely appreciation for the beautiful outdoor art. I believe that beauty is essential to our lives and souls – in fact, it’s the topic for tomorrow’s A-Z post! And while nature is beautiful in and of itself, it seems to me that natural beauty is enhanced by the art inhabiting outdoor spaces.
I agree, Karen. The hike around Crawford Lake was beautiful and coming upon the art pieces made it even more so!
No theme guesses from me either but I enjoyed the photos of outdoor art. We have a sculpture garden here where I live and they have a piece similar to that face in your first photo. The installation by that water fall would have been interesting to watch.
Thanks Jean!
Beautiful outdoor art! Last summer I went to a women’s sculpture park in Norway, all work was done about or by women, it was amazing. Wishing for warmer days for you so you can get back out there.
That does sound amazing! Thanks for the comment!
I’m familiar with the carvings at Crawford Lake and I was equally taken with them. It was one of those wonderfully unexpected finds.
So a game isn’t fun unless people play along, so I’m going to take my first stab at your theme. I think it’s related to art, I’m guessing the song is from the late 60s to early 70s, and so my first wild guess is Don McLean’s Starry, Starry Night – a tribute to Vincent Van Gogh.
Oh that’s a good one, Joanne. I love that song. Whatcha say, Deb? If it isn’t that song, you’ve got plenty of time to switch and make it so! 🙂
Thanks Joanne, for ramping up the fun factor! You are indeed a brave soul, taking a stab at my theme after only one post! You have the time period right but not the song – I don’t even know that one! I’d better not give away any more clues….You’re lucky I’m feeling generous tonight, or could it be the wine I had with dinner…hmmmm???
hehehe! Now my competitive spirit has kicked in 😁
I LOVE art found in the outdoors, and you have shared such incredible pieces, and in such lovely settings! My favourite is the face in the fountain!
And I love the sunset capture! Beautiful composition! I can imagine the inspiration it will bring to your painting!
Thank you Ju-Lyn!
Well done! This will be fun to follow!
Thanks Dana!
Deb
Love the Alton Mills artwork….we saw that back in ’13, and it’s still timeless!
Agreed! Thanks for commenting, Cuz!