I didn't have the opportunity to stop for plein air work. However, I made sketches and lots of color notes, and did paintings from memory at the end of each day. This painting began as one of those.
The arctic is wonderfully green in June, with rolling plains leading off into the mountain ranges. This is the country of the great caribou herds. In this view, there is a small river, with snow still hanging on at the edges. Small wildflowers, deep green flowering shrubs, and slender grasses cover the tundra. A mysterious place.
Arctic Spring
9 x 12
oil on linen panel
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I recently saw your new painting of "Two Mangoes" and I loved the color contrast against the dark background Carol. Your Munsell Color knowledge really shows. They look so real. I can feel the smooth, cool skins of the mangoes and the subtle transitions of your complimentary colors is wonderful. Beautifully painted Carol.
Carin Gerard
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