A good-sized branch broke off of the tree across the stream at the end of last summer and it changed the shadow patterns, letting in a little more light. I liked the new patterns, so I reworked them before making new progress. The patterns of light and shade really do move along over the 2 hour sessions, and fortunately the stream will retell it patiently, as I grow to recognize day by day what creates the strongest reaction in me.

"Ahh, Shhhhhummerrr"

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Here is my easel at work, and hopefully this photo helps hint that the sound at this spot is such a wonderful part of painting with it : >)

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So glad I got my phone out in time to share a few moments where Nature seemed to be saying: "See, there are pieces in this world where all can be well..."