If I don’t finish this by the 7th January then there will be a 3 month gap before I can resume again. Last time, in March 2025 after painting in Mexico for about 10 weeks I came back with a much more bolder style, especially colour. Not only has this stayed with me I have sought to boost it further. This painting has started very well and what is interesting is the left side which is in deep shadow in the photo, but I have given it a mid tone shadow and a mid tone across the painting. I like the effect and boldness of colour. Painting again in Mexico and I have still got to cut and prime all the boards!
Bend in the river, Northumberland. Day 2