You knew I was going to use that phrase sooner or later didn’t you? We are here in Greece and Karen is indulging in a Greek specialty…octopus. When the waiter brought out a curly tentacle full of suction cups, I was not impressed. But Karen says it’s delicious, and it is!
We are currently spending a few days on the wonderful island of Hydra. Wow! This island is an artist’s paradise. There are no cars on this island, only donkeys (but we’ll talk about that in a later post). It’s quiet, serene and beautiful. Today we painted boats, water and rocks, too.
And we’ve prepared a surface for tomorrow’s lesson. Here you can see mine. Not sure if you can see the drawing clearly (I’m taking this photo in the bathroom in the middle of the night), but it is a little sketch of a building. Parts of it have been slathered with Coarse Pumice Gel mixed with a bit of white acrylic. I think you can see that clearly enough. It’s drying overnight.
In the next post, I’ll show you what we do with it.
Until then, if you’re on Facebook there are a lot of photos being posted of the trip. If you’re not seeing them, let me know and I’ll post a lot of them on this blog.
Now I can go back to sleep! My day just wasn’t complete without writing to you. See you soon and thanks for reading.
Kathie
Oh….I would be right there with you Kathie having me some octopus!!
Pictures coming through, and they are wonderful! Happy traveling!
Thanks for sharing . anxious to see the final painting! Octopus, no way! Love you.
Would love to see the pics. Not sure we are friends on FB. I;ll take a look. Have a fantastic trip.
Meg Smither
Raleigh, NC
Absolutely fabulous! Greece is phenomenal. Thank you for your blog stories. Loving your step by steps. Anxious to enjoy how you proceed . Octopus – oh yes…
Love to follow the trip. How do I find you on Fb?
Artist Kathie George…..
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I’m with you, Celeste. No way octopus! But love the pictures. Sure looks beautiful, and no cars! Love it. Can’t wait to see the final picture of the house with this texture, Kathy.
Looks like fun! Well, I’d pass on the octopus….not adventurous in the seafood department! ??
Beautiful pictures. Can’t wait to see more
Sounds like you are having a wonderful time. I loved Hydra when we visited in the early 80s. It was so unique and different from the other islands we visited. Have fun!
Gesss the plate looked like lamb meat. But octopus I just don’t know about the suction parts. Beautiful to look at but to eat, questionable!
Love the photos. Thanks
I love having Tuesday Tips back which means you are feeling good and adventurous, Greece!!!
Not getting pictures on FB, just the post that’s just like this email. would love to get them…went to Greece last year and it is beautiful…have a great time!
Karen, where did you find the ‘guts’ to eat octopus-suction cups and all?!!! Kathy, please do keep an eye on this girl!
Always have fun reading your messages. Thank you for for sharing your thoughts and art with us. Looking forward to more beautiful pictures from all of you. ?
Sounds fabulous. Would love to see some pictures on your blog.
Looks like great fun! Paint on …..
So appreciate your newsy and adventurous as I’d like to be blog! Pure pleasure thank you, Leslie
I so look forward to your blog….you challenge me to be as adventureous as I’d like or Not! And yet you always impart a tidbit of wisdom, cheer or just YOU! Thanks bunches., Leslie
Oh, would love to see the pictures on the blog. The trip sounds simply wonderful!
Wish I were there, but the next best thing is sharing the journey “virtually”
Wish I was there too!
Not on FB. Would love to see pics on blog, especially finished pumice gel pic.
Just got my DP. Wonderful “Plein Inspiration” article Kathie! So much great information and beautiful finished projects.
Greek food is the best. We went to a Greek Festival this weekend and had wonderful Moussaka, Pastichio, spanakopita and loukamades (spelling?) – they are divine. So you will definitely enjoy your meals and the scenery and the people and the colors. Looking forward to posts from your next adventure.