Meanwhile in Québec..
Paper,pencil,pen ,eraser and watercolors
as always little stories accompany these..
One of my daughters friends is also a neighbour to me and she is so special..She decided she had no more need for her easel.The size is so nice for me not big and bulky..you guessed it she offered it to me.
I love it.
This is a photo of a couple I shot in San Gimignano in 2008..I could not resist..This was the quintessential..The best is yet to ne..no matter what.
I have to say that in the large cities of Italy we visited..no one can compare for style..not Paris..not NY..Not Mtl..The older people were impeccably appointed and the younger ones..knocked my socks off.Men is suits young women in the fines of the finest.And gorgeous.
There is a sense of style there..that I think may be unparalled.
Not fashion shows..regular people..working or not..In the countryside.. much more relaxed..but still..women is dresses and skirts..Loved it.
For a people watcher like me..travel has been fun.
I love seeing different.Unique.Charming.
And not always the sought after tourist places:)
Can you tell I went down the Europe 2008 rabbit hole of photos:)
Have a great week!
Do you prefer painting on the easel now instead of flat on a table?
ReplyDeletePS I have a large travel easel..It is so hard to put up..I keep it up..never go out with it and just put paintings I have done on it:)
DeleteI like both:) Of course since I received this one..lol I have painted on easel:) But I like everything Even on my lap on a board.
ReplyDeleteLove your paintings…sweet and emotional…how talented you are to paint in whatever is available and inspiring …amazing!
ReplyDeleteThe photographs took me to Italy with a smile in my ♥️ heart.
Thank you and ciao ciao. xo, V.
Your people paintings always make me smile--that older couple--you just know that they're as cute as can be and the old fellow has perfect creases in his slacks. If anyone can put an easel to good use, you can! How kind of your daughter's friend to think of you. The photos transported me. So beautiful and calming. That shirt hanging in the arched doorway--what a wonderful shot! Always appreciate your posts, Monique.
ReplyDeleteThanks Pam:) I appreciate your comments:)And your very photogenic self:)
DeleteSo beautiful to travel with you, see what catches your eye, your hands, your brush. Always magical filled with whimsy.
ReplyDeleteSo many yrs ago and not always lollipops and sunshine lol:) But we loved it regardless.I remember your trips too!
DeleteI wish I could!
DeleteYou always beauty everywhere you go. What a treat for Pam that you painted her. The older couple are a treasure. Enjoy your easel, such a lovely gift.
ReplyDeleteVery thoughtful of her.I am lucky she is also my neighbour..:) She didn't move when my daughter did...so that's a good thing:)Thank you:)
DeleteI can't think of a better way to create beauty while we can't be in our gardens! Love all of your photos and going down the rabbit hole of travel photos with you. :) You did such a beautiful rendition of the couple and Pam! How nice to be gifted such a nice easel! It looks very well made. ♥
ReplyDeleteIts so well made..the first one I bought was tall no drawer nothing but like the thinnest wood possible and the thing that held it together broke:) That is one that will be going to the garbage..This one really is lovely lovely quality.I go down the littles rabbit hole a lot too:):):As I am certain you do:)
DeleteSuch a joy to be greeted with that open, expectant paintbox on this frosty day! The colors and the shine, and all the promises in the pan---way past a Fiftie's-girl's Hope Chest or a Tiffany-blue box. Your "WALKAWAYS" are the charm of my days---such sweet vignettes of the ages, and such tender expression of the subjects. Your gift and eye are marvels, indeed, and your gift for sharing those is a great lagniappe over all your gardening and cooking talents.
ReplyDeleteJust sitting here looking my eyes full, occasionally running WAY back into your magical storehouse of other days, other colorful moments and days and photos on your sidebar. Maybe Aladdin's Cave would be more apt---we're all the more joyful for the perpetual SESAME of your welcome.
Im lucky to still be here Rachel if not for Linda at https://www.lifeandlinda.com/ I doubt I would still be here..Val too..they were instrumental in getting me back on.. so much collateral damage though so many missing images..I cringe when I see the danger signs.But people are good..and people want to help and encourage..so I am still here;) Thank you for your nice comments:)
DeleteIt's fun going down that photo rabbit hole, isn't it?! I loved what you discovered. And of course, as always, your paintings. They speak volumes, especially that dear couple. I don't think I'd ever dare show my face in Italy -- they would clearly mark me as a tourist, even if I never whipped out a camera or a map or opened my mouth! That last photo of the flower pots? Sigh. So perfect.
ReplyDeleteItalians in City Centers..simply amazing..runway on the streets..Rome..Puglia..Sorrento..Venice..Sorrento..Florence..etc..I mean.. Siena..the small little towns..like small southern France towns and more humble..But oh the fashion in the big cities..Jaw dropping.
DeleteTuscany ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ yum yum
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful:)
DeleteWhile in Milan, I could not take my eyes off the amazing runway. And we just happened to be there during their fashion week (you need to go lol). That beautiful easel will be happy in your home :-) When I was in Key West recently and was watching the sun take its final bow, I thought maybe I would start painting again and paint sunsets. Each sunset was unique, and I'll never run out of sunset photos to paint.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a plan..your painting sunsets...:)Italy..is a runway..Rome..Perugia..Sorrento..Venice..Siena..no one has that style and I think Milan is tops.Im on TIKTOK and follow Italian fashion.OH my..fabulous.
DeleteI'm on TIKTOK also and will check out Italian fashion. I could probably watch all day :-)
DeleteSo enjoy walking with you as you capture and share life.
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