Across from Lachine at the beginnings of the canal is a long narrow park with decent views for painting. I have made many paintings there during all seasons and times of day. This one shows the central walking path near the peninsula, with thick tree cover and luminous shadows. The entire background was painted, then the trees and leaves overlaid. Lifting was used to pull highlights out of the tree trunks and dark foliage.
Path Through Trees, Lachine Park, watercolour 5 x 7" cold press, August 2022 (No. 3177b)
This view is on the canal side looking at Lachine. The sun was low which created an orange glow. I found the garbage can very interesting, they have unique ones in the park. Although it is a small detail the blue-green sign on the garbage can plays well against the warmer greens of the tree top and grass.
View Across to Lachine, watercolour 5 x 7" cold press, August 2022 (No. 3187b)
On my way back I caught this view of three bridges crossing the canal. The first is the train bridge I have painted many times. The second is a highway overpass, and the third off in the distance is a car bridge connecting to Ville Pierre. To the bottom right you see the bike path and canal railing. OFten I leave out the canal railing, but it worked well this time to create depth and balance with the top-heavy bridge elements.
Three Bridges over Canal, watercolour 5 x 7" cold press, August 2022 (No. 3188b)
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