Along Kiessel Road

“Along Kiessel Road” — plein air field study in oil on birch panel 8×10″ by Margie Guyot

I didn’t think I’d get to go painting today. It was very chilly, dark and drizzly this morning. But voila! The sky cleared in the afternoon and I took off, exploring the areas SE of Eastport. Kiessel Road is one of my favorite drives and I’ve painted this scene a few times. This is actually a huge hayfield. Every time I’ve driven by, it’s been mowed and all the bales removed. That lone track down the middle is kind of fun, I think. The trees are just beginning to show a little color around here, so if that’s what you want, check in again soon.

Here’s my setup:

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