Paint Out Tues & Thurs 2 & 4 November, Guilford Town Green

This week we will be back on the Guilford Green. There are many interesting buildings surrounding it and lots of trees with fall color on the Green. Also several coffee options if it gets too chilly - we are now into November.

Last week I didn't manage to get to Hammonasset (washing machine service problems. Life gets in the way of art), but Jane did (and maybe others) and sent me this and her photos ... "it was beyond delightful. Warm and gentle breeze. I!m not sure if other painters were around, I was in my rock nest."

 

Paint Out Tues & Thurs Oct 26 & 28, Meig's Point, Hammonasset State Park, Madison

This week we'll be at Meig's Point. If you like painting rocks or sea and sky, this is your week. Directions as usual at https://ctsa-guilford.blogspot.com/p/directions-to-venues.html.

Last week at Dudley Farm, Yenna, Cheryl, Paul, Veronica, Rosemary (new), Ed and Candace painted on a perfect fall day. Candace brought fellow painters from Hamden Art League, a delightful coincidence. Today's photos include some value sketches, interesting to see.

As I mentioned before, if you would be interested in taking over coordination of our CTSA group next spring, please let me know. I'm at veronicadotsoellatgmaildotcom.
Veronica

Paint Out Tues & Thurs Oct 19 & 21, Dudley Farm, Guilford

 

This week we'll be at Dudley Farm in Guilford, one of our most popular destinations. Barns, sheep, oxen, chickens, farmhouse museum, all delightful. Directions as usual at https://ctsa-guilford.blogspot.com/p/directions-to-venues.html. 

Before I give you this week's report, I would like to ask if one (or more) of you would be willing to take over the blog for me next year. I would like to retire from the task. I'll be happy to help set up the painting schedule if you wish, but I can't always be there to paint and take photos, so I am ready to hand it over (after about ten years!). It is fun, and you painters are always so generous in allowing me to take photos even before you have finished your work. Please give it some thought!
Veronica (veronicadotsoellatgmaildotcom)

Last week we were at Olmsted Outlook in Guilford. On Thursday, with beautiful weather, Jay, Sandy, Nancy, Betsey, Veronica, and Jane were there. The marshes and trees already showing color; the river at high tide. Just lovely.

Paint Out Tues & Thurs Oct 12 & 14, Olmsted Outlook Park, Guilford

 

Next week we will be at Olmsted Outlook. This little park was reputedly designed by Frederick Law Olmsted who had connections to Guilford. It looks out on the West River and the marsh, and has beautiful trees and flower gardens (and ducks!). Directions (and parking information!) as usual on our blog at https://ctsa-guilford.blogspot.com/p/directions-to-venues.html.

Before I give you this week's report, I would like to ask if one (or more) of you would be willing to take over the blog for me next year. I would like to retire from the task. I'll be happy to help set up the painting schedule if you wish, but I can't always be there to paint and take photos, so I am ready to hand it over (after about ten years!). It is fun, and you painters are always so generous in allowing me to take photos even before you have finished your work. Please give it some thought!
Veronica

Today we had a good turnout at the Clinton Town Beach on a gorgeous day - so far October has been the best! I saw Nancy, Sandy, Tom, Betsey, Beverly, Yena, and Mike, and heard that Robin was also there. It is a great location with so many different painting subjects.

Paint Out Tues & Thurs Oct 5 & 7, Clinton Town Beach

Clinton Town Beach offers river views, kayak racks, children's playground, ocean beach, islands, view of a marina, plenty of interesting subjects. We can paint there only before or after the summer beach season, so now's our chance! Directions as usual at https://ctsa-guilford.blogspot.com/p/directions-to-venues.html.

Last week on Thursday Betsey, Cheryl, Sandy, and Veronica painted at Chaffinch Island Park in Guilford. It was a glorious day, a bit breezy and chilly at first but warming up. We were entertained by boats going by on the river, a person doing yoga on the rocks, someone singing and playing a flute, occasional dog walkers - and the spectacular view of the sky and water on the Sound.