Just above the water, swallows chase each other under the bridge. A Baltimore Oriole makes a quick appearance, then disappears into a sea of green. The wind is strong, but the temperature is warm and a rush sounds in between the leaves.
I sit and make a quick sketch. Simple color and simple shapes. I let my mind float away on the next breeze.
Churchill Woods
I started a new MeetUp group called, Through Christ Who Strengthens. Not only do we visit multiple forest preserves to paint nature, but we discuss a topic of struggle in life and how to overcome them. Running to scripture and renewing our minds is a key strategy in overcoming life’s difficulties. When we are done with our watercolor sketches, we add a scripture verse pertaining to the struggle.
The group painting.
Our beautiful artwork.
Everyone chose a different scripture verse pertaining to worry. Now, the next time we worry, we can look at our sketches and read our verses. Someday the group will make some encouraging artwork for others too.
So, if you live in the Chicago area and would like to sketch with us and learn how to defeat life’s struggles with scripture, find us here.
Let's Paint Nature! 
Wow!
Barry from Los Angeles: Those watercolors look fantastic! I wish I could join you but I’m out in the west. If you’d like, check out my art site:
God Bless!
Merci pour le “J’aime”. Vous avez aussi un très bon blog.