Start of new series

One of my New Year resolutions is to be in nature more.  After one of my recent walks through San Mateo State Park,  I decided to start a new series of paintings featuring the state parks.  I painted a study at Doheny about 3 months ago and loved it so much I decided to make it the first of my series.  The painting is BIG, 24 x 36.  Look at it in reference to the life size sculpture bust next to it.  This is the start of the "block in."  It is very exciting to work this big because I feel it will give me plenty of opportunity to experiment with the paint.  I plan on using a lot of  gel to the paint for body and quick drying.  I am now on my way to Doheny Beach with Rosie to enjoy the rest of this beautiful day.