The 21st Adventure!

Bruce, Butch, Jason, Josh, Jamie, Ben and Adrian, each posing in front of their new creation.

I taught a two day oil painting workshop on the first weekend of February at the Vashon Center for the Arts.

None of the participants had EVER PAINTED BEFORE !….but they completely committed to it, because it was part of an annual tradtion of getting together and doing an activity that is kept a secret until the night before. This was their 21st Adventure!

Some previous adventures included dog sledding in Canada, sailing in San Diego, and a gallery walk in Texas. I wish I knew the rest. The amazing thing is that they have done this for 21 years, keeping friendship and surprise alive. It’s really inspiring.

The still life that was painted featured a model sailboat built in honor of a friend who had passed and who had been part of the group. This is the second post in a row that involves a memorial tribute. Not intended, but here it is.

The bonds that last blend commitment with the unexpected, which is also a perfect mindset for making art. I will remember this group, their warmth and willingness, with appreciation. Enjoy the next adventure!

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With Jamie and Still Life in the VCA lobby.

A close up of each painting.

Special thanks to Wendy Finkelman and the VCA staff for organizing this and making it go smoooothly!

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