Last weekend was the OPAS Plein Air Competition. I ended up doing 5 paintings. I had a great time painting but was not real happy with all my work. I wish I would have relaxed a little more and just tried to complete a couple really good paintings instead of the quantity of work that I did. Most of these will just be painted over, but at least they are here as a record of what I did. It will be good for showing future growth. I think what I need is a workshop where possibly I can learn to loosen up a bit. Until then, I am enjoying the time i get to get out and paint. I also think I may try some more watercolor which I have not touched for like a year.

1. Lakeside Shuffle - 9" x 12" oil on panel

1. Lakeside Shuffle - 9" x 12" oil on panel

2. 103 Kenton Row - 16" x 20" oil on linen panel

2. 103 Kenton Row - 16" x 20" oil on linen panel

3. Lakeside Pavilion - 20" x 28" oil on linen panel

3. Lakeside Pavilion - 20" x 28" oil on linen panel

4. Pavilion Coast - 20" x 16" oil on linen panel

4. Pavilion Coast - 20" x 16" oil on linen panel

5. Lakeside Coreopsis - 12" x 9" oil on linen panel

5. Lakeside Coreopsis - 12" x 9" oil on linen panel