
Chief & Clyde and Dictator, these are the names of the two boats I am currently painting in a ship yard. The ship yard is large. There are all kinds of ships: sail boats, fishing boats and commercial yachts. When the boat is on land, the view is magnificent. You see the other half of the boat that is usually in the water.
I spent a few hours on Saturday drawing the two boats. I love to draw. I usually spend a few hours drawing and getting the composition right. Once I start painting, the drawing underneath disappears. However, I am already familiar with all the details from the drawing process.
Today I spent a few hours in the morning adding the first layer of colors. It was a good start. I used to finish a plein air painting in one day, yet for the last two years it is taking me longer. I used to paint what is in front of me. Now I am spending a lot more time editing and thinking. This process is a lot more enjoyable.