For Tony

I'm convinced that this will bring a tear of nostalgia to my old chum's eye. Tony Allain spent many days painting down at our port. I was passing the port again today, (yet another wet day,) when I saw this container ship loading. It was an easy choice of subject.

I stood on Sutherland Quay, next to the yacht club, and set up my easel. I could see the next shower approaching from way over the bay, but figured that if I used a big brush energetically enough I would have it nailed before it came.

It was a close run thing, but as you can see, I think that I made it. Cheers!



15096. "Loading. Port Nelson". Oil on panel. 8x10 in. $150

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rosswhitlock@inspire.net.nz

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