Tuesday, February 7, 2017

Patagonia Lake Reflections

We've traveled south and are now at Patagonia Lake State Park, which is only 15 miles from Nogales, Mexico. This park is remote and known as a birding destination, where hundreds of species have been sighted. The birding trail winds along the shore and I had to take advantage of a guided bird walk led by a Park Ranger this morning. My binoculars are sub par but I got some good sightings and  tips on how to use them with help from Ranger John and learned something new. Isn't that what it's all about anyway- being in the culture wherever you are and being willing to participate in learning?
These folks are birding fanatics! I loved it and loved even more sitting and painting these reflections in the lake 100 yards from my campsite!


6 comments:

  1. Beautiful palette. Love the abstract quality of this one.

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    1. Thank you so much Helen. It's always a gamble with those paintings that border on the abstract- yet it's what attracted me in the first place about the scene! I'm trying to trust myself more.

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  2. What fabulous colors you chose... What a great eye! I think this is an amazing abstract.
    You seem to be really enjoying that area.I would love to go and see all the birds.

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    1. Julie- you would just love it here- a birding haven and heaven! Thanks for your supportive comments and that very nice post about our meeting on your blog. I enjoyed our time together so much.

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    1. Why thank you Jean for stopping by and for your comment!

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