We thought fall might be arriving soon, but we're still hitting near 90 in Alabama. Some of the leaves are turning, but it's been so dry that I feel there will likely be very little color. Be that as it may, the cameras have come out and been made ready to go. This is my favorite time of year for capturing pictures of old barns, farmsteads, etc.
I'm looking forward to using some photos to further try my hand at some pastel work. I've gotten to do very little practicing but so far, I'm really enjoying using these soft pastels. They're so different from graphite and colored pencil. You can be loose and free with them and just watch something emerge. I love just looking at the colors, seeing in them different things from nature.
Thinking of the colors of fall inspires a few words to begin swirling in my mind. Enjoy!
The Colors of Fall
(c) R. Brandon Coan, 2007
Golden yellows, earthen browns
crimson reds upon the ground
an earthtone rainbow spreads before -
a muted carpet on forest floor.
The crispness of the morning air
as strolling slowly, here and there
we take in nature's wondrous sights
in the golden, dawning light
A slightly musty smell now wafts
to our noses, slight held aloft
as taking in the woodlands all
we welcome in the glorious fall.
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Well, this is just too cool! Your poetry is SO wonderful and makes me want to paint!!!! I'm signing up so I can keep up with your blog!! :)
Huge smile and hugs!
Thanks, Tammy! I'm glad you enjoy it :)
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