Tropical Trail Shed
by AnnaJo Vahle
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Title
Tropical Trail Shed
Artist
AnnaJo Vahle
Medium
Painting - Acrylic On Canvas
Description
When I first moved to Merritt Island, I took my sons to a nearby farm field. While they chased each other around and explored the various little barns and sheds, I did this acrylic painting. I painted it alla prima en plein air. (Is that the correct way to say that? I mean...I am using two languages in the same sentence.) In English...I painted it all at once on the spot. I used to see old tractors parked beneath that reddish metal roof.
About a year after I did this painting, I saw that the big oak tree had fallen over during a hurricane. It had gone through the roof of the big shed. They tore down the shed but pushed the tree back to an upright position. It recovered, much to my amazement. It thrived for another six years before it fell over during another big storm. It lay on the ground for several months before they finally removed it. It made me rather sad.
There were several old barns and sheds on the property. I did paintings of them all eventually. Now, only one old barn is left. This property is on North Tropical Trail. I have done painting of many locations on that old Florida road.
My sons, who were very young at the time, were used to watching me paint. My eldest son now goes out by himself and sketches from time to time. It was a pleasant way to spend time with my little boys. It was healing for me to be out in the fresh air and to create. Good for all of us mentally and physically.
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November 2nd, 2020
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Laurel Adams
AnnaJo, there are a choice few artists whose entries were ALL heArt of Country...you are among them...voted all entries...stunning work.
Latha Gokuldas Panicker
Absolutely gorgeous painting,AnnaJo !! Love to read your beautiful memories with your sons in their younger age at this location...(F/L)
Debra and Dave Vanderlaan
Lovely mood in this painting AnnaJo! Congrats on your Feature in Barns Big and Small. We also added our like. Celebrate life, Debra and Dave
Beatriz Portela
Congratulations, your image is featured on the homepage of FLORIDA - ART OF THE SUNSHINE STATE!
CAROLE SPANDAU
Your artwork has been featured on the homepage of FAA Gallery Home For All Artists Who Create. Please post your amazing artwork in our` Archive your NOVEMBER Features` discussion.
Sarah Irland
Such a beautiful painting, AnnaJo, and I loved reading your description. Merritt Island is indeed a beautiful place and I appreciate you sharing with us your vision of this spot!
John M Bailey
Congratulations on your feature in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!" Sharing on Facebook Group - Images That Excite You!
LEANNE SEYMOUR
Promoting this fine artwork in the Semi Abstract group "SEMI ABSTRACT MAINLY GREEN IMAGES - 3 A DAY" discussion thread.
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