Light Through the Passage

      Malibu Creek State Park is a feast for the eyes and a retreat for the soul. After lunch, I took a walk and picked out my next painting spot further into the park. The bridge, stream and rock formation all drew me to this spot but it was the lighting which had me running back for my easel.

       The afternoon was waning so I didn't have much time to complete this second painting. I pulled out my largest brush and blocked in the values. I developed my colors for the rocks. I felt this would be the key to capturing the late afternoon light. The highlights were orange but the shadows were purple.

       By 4:30 the wind had died and the water was finally still. Adding the highlights on the water was the final touch. Packing up, I was tired but happy.