Saturday, June 4, 2011

Painting in Zion National Park

I recently returned from an amazing trip through Southern Utah where I visited Zion, Bryce Canyon, Escalante, Capitol Reef, and Arches.  These places have a certain magic about them like I've never seen before, each affording their own breathtaking views.  I was reminded yet again of how beautiful the United States is.

First stop on the trip was Zion National Park.  Because there were so many beautiful spots to choose from, I had a hard time deciding.  I eventually settled on a riverside spot near the Court of Patriarchs for my morning painting.



I had a visitor join me...curious to know how the painting turned out.


First painting of the day complete.

Next stop in Zion was the Temple of Sinawava.  Once again I couldn't quickly decide where to stop with so much inspiration in all directions.

I decided on a canyon view at the entrance of Riverside Trail.  I loved this spot.  There was the soothing sound of the river nearby and an abundance of birds chirping and singing.  The plants also seemed to sing their own song of beauty.    What a privilege to see nature in top form.






















Afternoon painting complete.





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