Finally some underbelly was found, and it was seedy

This scene was from back up on Maisonneuve bike path, there is a still active bike shop on the bottom with some apartments beside and on top. A for sale sign adorned the front of the building, whether that meant the bike shop or the whole building who knows. And of course the road was under construction. I noticed that one of the old taverns along Maisonneuve was replaced with apartments, most people would not even notice but I remember it from many years ago. No worries though, Dieu Du Ciel pub just doubled its floor space to accommodate even more thirsty patrons.

Bike shop for sale, watercolour 8 x 10" cold press, November 2024 (No. 3910a)

On the way back I noticed this quaint little Cul de Sac (dead end) with interesting buildings and lots of wires coming from the poles. Looking at the map, it is avenue Marchand, just off Fullum bike path heading south from Sherbrooke. I would like to return here and repeat the painting with better conditions, and it may be worthwhile coming back in winter when there is a fresh layer of snow. I think the scene has potential. 

Cul de Sac, watercolour 8 x 10" cold press, November 2024 (No. 3910b)

At long last, something seedy! This once glorious manor was fenced-up and heavily dilapidated. Broken windows, crumbling stones, overgrown lawn. The structure appears to be some type of derelict heritage property, it is on Sherbrooke west at the corner of Messier. You can see the Jacques Cartier bridge in the background, lower right. The mansion must have belonged to a wealthy family once, it has ornate brick and stone work with detailed window frames, fancy glass, and iron detailing.

Haunted House, watercolour 8 x 10" cold press, November 2024 (No. 3911a)