I finally escaped for the weekend to Canyon de Chelly. I arrived late in afternoon on Friday. The dogs were ready to get out of the truck for a long walk. Jack drug me out onto a plateau when I turned around a saw this scene. I hurried back to my painting equipment and hiked back over to capture the last light into this enchanted valley. I could see the hogans down below where the occupants of the canyon live in the summer. There were some trucks passing through the river bed as well. It was very restful, while at the same time exhilarating.
You have some great color in this one. It looks like you enjoyed yourself!
ReplyDeleteI've only been there once. But your painting captures the feel as well as the beauty of the place.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely lovely painting, James.
ReplyDeleteReally lovely, James. Are we distant relations?
ReplyDeleteGreat color and brushwork! Gorgeous. Good day for you.
ReplyDeleteReally lovely colors-love the bright green and the shadows on the inside of the mountain walls.
ReplyDeleteFantastic! Wonderful color and texture and composition. Can't say enough. Great series.
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