The inaugural Drawing Circle outing was held among the creekside oaks beyond our back gate, on a cool but clear January day in Southern California. The Circle guests were Don Gray, Kevin Allen, and Beth Orsa. Kevin and Beth are former students of mine, and Don is a neighbor, friend, and artist. My kids - Madeline and Harrison - were also in attendance, watching the artwork take shape and splashing in the creek with equal interest.
Don was the sole painter among us, completing a small oil-on-masonite while rest of the group stuck with drawing media of various types to capture the scene of sun-on-oaks. After enough fun outside, we retreated to the warmer confines of the house for discussion and way-too-strong coffee (sorry folks!). A great day to connect, stoke the creative fires, and have fun all at the same time. Stay tuned for the time and place of the next Circle.
