Perfect Afternoon

    This barn is located in The Leelanau Peninsula and the area in which it sits was so pristine that when I drove past I did a double take. I parked a short ways up the road and walked back with my camera and sketchbook.   Feeling quite the creeper I quickly drew up a few compositions and snapped several pictures.
Back at home, the barn and fields looked quite different on my computer screen. I decided maybe that the field next to the barn could use some color. So I added the family coming back from an afternoon of sledding. I think it made a nice addition.
This painting is one of the last few to be added to my series "Lovely Leelanau" to be shown at The City Opera House in Traverse City during the month of March. I invite you to join me on Wednesday March 7th from 5-7 pm for the "Meet the Artist" reception. I'd love to see you there!
Also, if you are unable to attend but like one of the paintings, simply email me about purchasing it at sarahtuleart@yahoo.com and we can work out the details!