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ASHLETT CHALLENGE

A report by Di Alexander

I have always hankered to take part in “Watercolour Challenge” , not for the competition, but for the luxury of painting out of doors for a whole day. So the TAS August painting day at Ashlett Creek was the ideal opportunity. After a little difficulty finding the turning, I found Pat & Tony Weller, Claire Palmer and Jean Kirby settled in the shade of some trees, facing the mill.

Claire and Jean Photo: Di Alexander

The weather remained dry and it was extremely pleasant to sit and chat, sketching and mixing colours. A few people stopped to have a look at our efforts. One lady tourist was a fellow amateur artist, who wanted to hear about our society and its activities. We gave her our website address. The others made several sketches, including the mill.

At the end of the day, I took home a watercolour painting of the “Jolly Sailor” pub where I had eaten lunch. Thank you Claire, for organising such a great day and providing the “Watercolour Challenge” experience. Some art societies hold outdoor painting sessions several times a year, so I hope that when we do it again you will join us.