Maitai Wildflowers.

I went down to what has become one of my favourite plein air painting locations in the valley. I wasn't sure what I would find, as we had quite heavy rain overnight and the river was up a bit. Fortunately it had not reached this dry creek bed, and the wild flowers growing there had been wonderfully refreshed. Not only daisies but Lupins, sweet peas, gentians, and clover. I had it all to myself too, as once the clouds cleared, and the sun came out, the day became classic Nelson beach weather. Who is going to swim in a slightly turgid river, when the tide is rising over the warm sands?
It may be time to return to the beach.



15017. "Maitai Wildflowers". Oil on panel. 6x8 in. $100

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