Las trampas Church

                                                             The Church at Las Trampas
                                                                           11 x 14
I'm just about finished now, I may still do a bit more, but really I'm pretty happy with this one. I've noticed that the colors look different in each of my photos, I think the light has been different each time I've photographed it. I took this one outside against the snow. It may be a bit bright but I think the color is pretty accurate. I've been iced in since Tuesday morning but it has been very nice having the time to work on it. I've also been working on an 8 x 10 from another photo I took on the High Road to Taos. Hopefully I'll be able to finish it and post it later today. I also need to straighten up my studio too. If this cold front lasts I may accomplish a lot.

Las Trampas, work in progress #2

                                                              Church at Las Trampas
                                                                    11 x 14
I worked on this painting again tonight. It still isn't finished of course, but I've already fixed one thing. I noticed that the small building on the right was leaning. I'd say that blogging and looking at one's work on the computer is a great way to get a fresh look at one's own work.There is something about changing the size that makes a painting look totally different.  I'm going to start on the ladder in the morning if I get a snow day and get to stay home. Of course, if we do have snow, and I've prayed very hard for it, I'll try and get at least one snow painting done after all the inspiration I've received from checking out V... Vaughans recent works.

Las Trampas, work in progress #1

                                                           Church at Las Trampas
                                                                     11 x 14

                                                            Church at Las Trampas
                                                                      11 x 14
One of my goals for the new year is to paint larger. So, here goes. It will take longer to paint so I'll post this one in stages. This is from a photo I took last summer along the High Road to Taos. It is the church of San Jose de Gracia in the village of Las Trampas. The village was founded in 1751 and the church was completed in 1776. New Mexico is one of my favorite places. I love the blend of Native American, Spanish, and American culture that makes New Mexico so distinct.