Packing once again!!

This time for Limoux, France where we will stay at Le Monastere.  This very old monastery has been converted to a small inn devoted to special groups.  Biking groups and artists are welcomed for two week stays.  They provide meals and transportation to various sites to paint, a studio, and location in the middle of a quaint town.

Because I will take my pastels this trip and must carry them in my backpack, the balance must either go in my multi-pocketed vest or suitcase.  Additional watercolor materials and papers, backing, another stool and the rest of gear should fill it completely.  In the nooks and crannies I will stuff my clothes!!

I will be posting from time to time once I set up the path.


A practice sketch...watercolor with pastel pencils on pastel ground.   "Hammock Trees"