Crissy Field I
21" x 34"
Watercolor on Arches

I was at Crissy Field in San Francisco last spring. It was one of those amazing days when the sun was out early and so was everyone. I really was trying to look somewhat touristy as I shot images of people out and about on the promenade. Even from a distance, they seemed to know what I was up to.
I liked the way the shadows linked a somewhat disparate grouping of people. Each so individual yet with a common intent, to enjoy the beautiful morning.
One of the things I love about San Francisco is that when the sun shines, and it does, the overall light is a soft, shimmering blue. It doesn't matter where you are, either. What a beautiful place.

Tomatoes!

This is what summer means to me. Luscious tomatoes. Lots of them. All colors, all sizes. The best way to eat them is standing there in the garden. When they are warm from the summer heat and bursting with juicy flavor. I understand why I struggle with weather, clay soil and predtory animals. The best summer gardens are so abundant that I can share with others.
Nom!
From an artists point of view, this basket is very paintable. I like the looks of yellow and orange tomatoes but find they just don't have the flavor of red ones. A friend of mine says her mind doesn't register "ripe"with colors other than red. So I have more than one failed tomato still life because I stubbornly only wanted to paint the ones that tasted good.This year's plants aren't that big ~12" but are sturdy and budding out. Hope springs eternal!
Blessings,
Maggie