Here are some little water studies I did at Presqu'ile in August during Paint the Park. On site just inside the campground where there is a beautiful view of Gull and High Bluff Islands. Paint the Park was an event I organized with the Park to give local artists the opportunity to paint en plein air with campers and display (and sell) their art work.
August was the wrap up of my two summers as Artist in the Park at Presqu'ile. I have been an active volunteer for many years, but being the Artist in the Park at Presqu'ile was my favourite volunteer activity, ever! All fun and relaxing, with no organizational headaches, it doesn't even sound like a volunteer position. With only the commitment of being on location each Wednesday in July and August. Some extra paper and paint for any one who happened along to visit. It was a great opportunity for growth and challenge as an artist who really wasn't a plein air painter. A wonderful chance to meet many new people, campers and visitors to the Park as well as staff and other volunteers. And a place to display and sell my artwork. Thanks to everyone that made a point to visit me on location. And to those that purchased my art as a momento of your summer travels, more Thanks! It is always exciting to see a piece off to a new home and to meet the new owner, my appreciation of your support!
