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| "Dawn on the Caprock," 5 x 7 watercolor, 140 lb. Fabriano Artistico cold press |
When you drive across the Texas panhandle the sweeping horizons of the Llano Estacado may seem flat, but there is always drama, either in the skies or in the changing landscapes.
Especially in the morning or evening when you approach the caprock and canyons from any direction, there is beauty and a sense of space, a sense of being alone.
The word "caprock" describes a geological feature of West Texas and Eastern New Mexico at the edge of the plains. You have to live in out there to really know the word and what it means, a caliche cap on underlying the Llano. The same feature shows up along the canyons and gullies throughout those plains. To me, they're always inspiring, something I hope to capture the essence of. Beauty and variety in a landscape many ignore.
Today's little watercolor is a study for a larger painting, I hope. I've been struggling with composition on this one, after several pencil value sketches that have constantly changed. I am not sure I'm there yet, but a small study gives me freedom and ideas for possibilities.
My friend, I have been enjoying your blog for a few months now, you're a wonderful artist. I really think you nailed it on this piece, I LOVE it! Carry on sir.
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