Positively Sunrise

 by Mauverneen

I watched the sun come up this morning
as it peeked from behind the trees
slowly, ever ascending
until I could no longer look at it.
Around me, golden trees and sparkling drops of moisture

left over from last nights rain

glistening like glowing shadows.

Good morning.

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Positively Drawing

by Mauverneen

Happy Tuesday - it is Tuesday, isn't it? It's hard to keep track of days while sheltering in place. A perfect time to learn something new, or resurrect an old hobby.

I have been wanting to try my hand at some artwork. I used to draw, and do woodburning, but it's been a while. I really want to give watercolors another go. I have tried several times in the past, but control over that medium eludes me.

A couple of months ago I brought up a drafting table from storage in the basement and put it under a lovely North window. The north light is best and I had high hopes of getting all my art supplies out. Little did I dream I would have soooo much time to dabble!

Anyway, I downloaded some free tutorials and will be giving it a shot. I wanted something simple for my first attempt - very simple. One of the lessons was a basic colored pencil drawing. I thought I would start with that. I have to work up the courage to graduate to paint. What do you think? Not too bad for a first try? If it's that bad, here is your clue - it's an orange half.  I could also learn French too. This one is easy - l'orange.

Positively - Wait, what day IS this?

by Mauverneen

My little friend here is starting a Facebook Page. Just for fun. He's as bored as the rest of us and is probably going to start getting into trouble. Follow The Gnome At Home
https://www.facebook.com/The-Gnome-At-Home-101666714840320/?modal=admin_todo_tour

As always, words and photos are my own, and require permission to reprint.

However, feel free to share the blog in it's entirety. In fact, I encourage it!

Interested in photo prints? Contact me! maureenblevins@yahoo.com

See more photos at http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/1-mauverneen-blevins.html

and visit my website:  mauveonthemove.com