Pandemic "Paint Out"

Back during the darkest days of the covid pandemic, one of the art organizations offered members an opportunity to participate in a virtual "paint out." This was during the time when many were working from home, most large gatherings were cancelled, and everyone was masking and keeping their distance. Clearly, get-togethers like plein air events and conventions were not happening, people were isolated and fearful, and probably nobody much was making art. 

The virtual event required online registration, after which you received links to reference photos. The participants each chose a reference, painted a small landscape from it, and submitted, again online. 

"Inlet," oil on panel, 8x10

This small painting is a view of wetlands in the southwest United States. While it was fun to do and was a bit of salve for the wounds of the pandemic, a virtual paint out is no substitute for being out there.