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The Best of Both Worlds



 On Holiday
 

The boats are docked
The doors are locked
"Looks abandoned" some would say
"No, they've simply gone On Holiday"

I can't imagine ever wanting to leave a majestic place such as this. This is my perfect ideal dreamscape. An oasis away from the craggy confines of life. A sanctuary filled with warm breezes wafting the aroma of the azure seas with the lulling sounds of the waves softly caressing the rocky shore.
I had come upon a photo of this painting some years ago.



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This is the photo reference. I simply fell in love with it. Having every intention to paint it the reference photo kept being put aside. Not sure of the medium to use, not having the confidence level to do it justice. It kept it's place in my box of inspiration. I would take it out time and again and it still remained a future project. That is until now.
I've been exploring and learning different techniques using pastels. Loving the pastels rather than abhorring all the dust. I am finding there are so many techniques to bring out the best of pastels. It's so much more than just chalk on paper.
My choice of using pastels for this painting brought out the best of both worlds. It brought out the best in the use of pastels and it brought out the best in portraying this magnificent dreamscape.
Now I can visit it everyday.

I give pastels a round of applause.
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