Lake Temescal

Summer Day, Lake Temescal    acrylic on canvas 16 x 20

This was my first vistit to this lake. We set up on a boat dock across from the beach in the full sun. There were people on the beach and I played with the shapes and movement. Most of it I had to make up because I could see this scene from where our easels were. ( Even though someone said I must have very good eyes to see that far)  Guess I could have done this in the studio but it is so nice to be painting outside.

Berkeley Rose Garden

We will meet at the Berkeley Rose Garden again on Monday, July 16.  There are many painting choices including the blooming roses of the garden itself and the view of the bay through the trees. There are trees of all shapes, sizes and shades of green.  And also the opportunity to add figures to the landscape. Here is the link to directions and a map;        Rose Garden

Berkeley Rose Garden

We will meet at the Berkeley Rose Garden on Monday, July 9.  There are many painting choices including the blooming roses of the garden itself and the view of the bay through the trees. There are trees of all shapes, sizes and shades of green.  And also the opportunity to add figures to the landscape. Here is the link to directions and a map;

http://www.yelp.com/map/the-berkeley-rose-garden-berkeley

China Camp

Yes, we'll venture off the East Bay this Saturday, to China Camp. This jewel of the peninsula is slated for closure soon, so we will try to go at least two weeks in a row. Bring an umbrella for the sun, there are few shady spots where the views are. Bring drinking water and a cell phone. 


Directions to China Camp:

Take highway 580 or 80 over San Rafael Bridge, then 101 North toward San Rafael. Exit right on N. San Pedro Exit (east) toward China Camp State Park (follow "China Camp State Park" signs). This exit is just before the Civic Center so if you've gotten to the Civic Center you've gone to far. You'll see a 7/11 at a stop sign on the right. Keep going straight. Sunny Oaks Rd is the beginning of the Park. Keep going. Continue on winding road through park. You will pass three paid parking lots on the left hand side...Buckeye Pt, Weber Pt. and Bullhead. 

Continue to China Camp Beach parking lot where we will meet (the one that has the fishing village in it). We may want to paint in the fishing village, or at some point before. There are some beautiful marshes with orange stuff along the way. It is important that if you are going to arrive late, you let us know. Also, don't forget to RSVP.  Click here for more information on China Camp.

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The East Bay Open Studios Starts This Weekend

Support your colleagues by paying a visit. The East Bay Open Studios will take place June 2-3 and 10-11, however, not everyone is showing both weekends. To be sure, check out your friends'

entries in the Pro Arts Online Gallery
There are several members of our group showing. We all hope to see you!

Emeryville Waterfront

Emeryville Waterfront  acrylic on canvas  20 by 30

On our second trip to Emeryville no one showed up.  It had been windy the week before. This time the wind was not as bad and I decided to stay because the light was really beautiful.  I exagerated the movement of the water.   Karen Zullo Sherr

Cummings Skyway

We will return to Cummings Skyway on Monday, May 7.  Meet us at the turnout just after the exit fro E80 at Cummings Skyway.  We will caravan to the painting spot.