After looking out the window at work all day and noticing the gorgeous summer weather, I knew I had to take advantage of it the moment I finished work. Also, feeling somewhat lazy and not wanting to waste time cooking dinner, I decided that a picnic in the park was just the remedy we needed for a midweek slump.
We quickly hopped in the car and picked up a rotisserie chicken, pita bread, some precut veggies, a bag of grapes, and some sushi! Then we headed for a park we had been wanting to visit but hadn't gotten around to yet this summer. After parking, we jumped out and setup our mini camp in the grass overlooking a nice view, and out of the way of passing pedestrians with their furry friends.
After setting up, we ate a most leisurely dinner and just enjoyed the air. My favorite part: looking at the sky!
Is there anything more mesmerizing than big fluffy clouds?
Having brought along my travel watercolors and my watercolor moleskine notebook, I decided to do a little sketching while we were there.
My husband kindly scoured the woods for an interesting tidbit of nature to draw and this is what he came up with...
A walnut shell and an ailanthus seedling
I spent about 15 minutes painting before I got too chilled to continue.
Definitely still working on my watercolor technique, since I really don't have any. Also, the ailanthus was a little hard to draw as the wind kept moving it around. Note to self- make a blockade for your sketching subjects before you begin.
A note to all beginner artists or artists of any kind: always take a sketchbook along on outings to the park. You never know when you might want to make a quick sketch.
I recommend YOU go on a picnic outing too. Go by yourself for some relaxation time, or bring a friend! Just be sure to bring some old sheets or blankets for a tablecloth (I like cotton because it's easy to wash), some eating utensils, a knife, some water bottles, a break-resistent plate or two, some hand sanitizer or wipes, a frisbee or ball (if you have a friend), some food and a positive attitude!
Most of all have fun!
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