Plein Air Oil Painting

I caught up with Tim to paint together this afternoon. Not sure where we’re going to, I had a look at Kyneton area on the Internet this morning. I found beautiful images in Compasses River Walk, so, decided to drive there. 

This spot is looking towards Mollison St Bridge from the edge of Botanic Gardens. 

Around the time I finished my initial wash, he joined me. It’s a lovely subject surrounded by gorgeous autumn colours. 

We had a great chat while painting. It’s very quiet and I loved this place, definitely will come back again. 

I wasn’t sure how I should treat foregrounds, there’re a lot of activities going on. I need to ask Greg. It looks too much ‘stamping’, I’m afraid. 

I spent 3 hours. 

Oil on canvas. 14x18 in.