Whitstable in Kent is one of the further places they visit. I'd not been before but it had a lot to offer an artist, unfortunately the weather was against with rain and wind. This boat was my second painting attempt of the day - the first was abandoned due to a heavy rain. I stood for a while holding my umbrella - I couldn't attach it to the esael as it was too windy. I tried to paint but the rain was coming underneath!
So this little red boat was perfect as I could stand in shelter under a oyster cabin. At one point there was 7 of us painting a similar view all huddled in the dry!
I had just started painting and a big fishing boat comes in with all his catch to unload and of course wants access to the door I'm standing in front of! I had a little window to look through see my view here it is:
People often ask why plein air is harder than painting in the studio, so many reasons!! This is one of them, things change.
I loved the reflection of the boat, worked hard to get the tone and colours right. I did it as a patch work of paint strokes building it up to make a mosaic of colour. I'm pleased with the result. I kept the colours limited for harmony, the main ones being red & green - colour complimentaries.
The name of the boat Salva Mea means: Save me.
Wow, another stunning boat painting. This one should be viewed at a distance, at least a meter. Wonderfully composed, the colours and tones accurately depicted even from a difficult viewing position! See photo below. The main boat and its reflection has a strong visual impact.
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