Above is my second illustration of a mushroom lifecycle. gouache on black. 8 x 8
We explored the woods, it was drizzling but the trees kept us dry, I didn't even realize the extent of the rain until we finished our walk. I was just out a couple of days before & am amazed as always at the Lifecycle of Mushrooms - some once tiny specks yet two days later are huge specimen, some soft and spongy turn hard as bark the next visit & some I wait to grow a bit bigger (like puffballs) are already gone, deteriorated beyond recognition. I figure the deer beat me to eat the Puffballs. Mushrooms are fascinating.
The path covered by newly fallen yellow leaves made the journey all the more vibrant & I took many photos- in hopes to paint during the winter, I already know which I'll start with first. Tiny bursts of green still growing from the recent rain makes for a dramatic contrast. Most leaves are still green but that's changing fast, no doubts next weekend many trees will be yellow & red. It's very peaceful searching for mushrooms & enjoyable! natures treasure hunt, real treasure when you come across something deliciously edible. The path still has a lot of work but I'm grateful for the work done so far, less falling over fallen trees, I did wipe out on my behind yesterday after stepping on a patch of mud but my team' quickly surrounded me & bombarded me with kisses, made sure was o.k. and encouraged me to get up. lol. Life is never dull with dogs. I happened to be thinking about dogs as a few friends have lost their dogs recently, a couple hit by vehicles and one just old - all heart breaking, it made me realize how much they appreciate me exploring with them and them with me, just like mushrooms - here today gone tomorrow... we never know what tomorrow will bring or take, best to make the most of each day.
Today, I'm painting paths and the Aurora borealis (which started with a painting for a mermaid lover) as I've discovered they are amusing to paint, they kinda do their own thing, as you will see in some up coming cards & paintings. We'll also explore more - if it doesn't rain... exploring Gods greatest amusement park - the forest.
A few photos of the adventure below.
We explored the woods, it was drizzling but the trees kept us dry, I didn't even realize the extent of the rain until we finished our walk. I was just out a couple of days before & am amazed as always at the Lifecycle of Mushrooms - some once tiny specks yet two days later are huge specimen, some soft and spongy turn hard as bark the next visit & some I wait to grow a bit bigger (like puffballs) are already gone, deteriorated beyond recognition. I figure the deer beat me to eat the Puffballs. Mushrooms are fascinating.
The path covered by newly fallen yellow leaves made the journey all the more vibrant & I took many photos- in hopes to paint during the winter, I already know which I'll start with first. Tiny bursts of green still growing from the recent rain makes for a dramatic contrast. Most leaves are still green but that's changing fast, no doubts next weekend many trees will be yellow & red. It's very peaceful searching for mushrooms & enjoyable! natures treasure hunt, real treasure when you come across something deliciously edible. The path still has a lot of work but I'm grateful for the work done so far, less falling over fallen trees, I did wipe out on my behind yesterday after stepping on a patch of mud but my team' quickly surrounded me & bombarded me with kisses, made sure was o.k. and encouraged me to get up. lol. Life is never dull with dogs. I happened to be thinking about dogs as a few friends have lost their dogs recently, a couple hit by vehicles and one just old - all heart breaking, it made me realize how much they appreciate me exploring with them and them with me, just like mushrooms - here today gone tomorrow... we never know what tomorrow will bring or take, best to make the most of each day.
Today, I'm painting paths and the Aurora borealis (which started with a painting for a mermaid lover) as I've discovered they are amusing to paint, they kinda do their own thing, as you will see in some up coming cards & paintings. We'll also explore more - if it doesn't rain... exploring Gods greatest amusement park - the forest.
A few photos of the adventure below.