Has it really only been seven days of painting??? Today was a very very very clear day, and the mountains were showing off (the real ones, not the ones in the mural). Check out my view from the top of the forklift. Sawtooth is the last one visible on the right.
With the loan of this forklift and the most able and willing driver, today the second coat of sky was completed. This is Jeffrey. The machine belongs to his generous dad, and there was a song written for Jeffrey back before he was born called Smooth Operator! He waited patiently in between lift repositioning, offered honest opinions when asked, asked intelligent questions, and we even had conversations about other topics besides the mural.
Check out the machine. It was completely perfect for the job with the minor exception that I had to ask to be lowered. Kept me focused on the job! And when I needed more paint, Jay stopped by just in time to airmail it up to me. LJ (remember LJ? She is my mural consultant) came by to be my ground crew for a bit – what an encourager she is! Tomorrow: more mountain tops, or perhaps I will detail the old Mineral King Store and Post Office to make up for the complete lack of detail in today’s sky. Notice how the visible corner of sky (upper right) matches the wall!
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Bob, you are right about it being nice to have friends to help out! It is more than just nice – it is really WONDERFUL! And the forklift box is safe, but I was unable to get out without asking Jeffrey to lower me to the ground.
Nikki, I haven’t drawn Jeffrey yet, but he used to take drawing lessons from me. Your paths may have crossed there. And the lift was for one day, although I could request it again. The scaffolding is only dangerous when I bash my face against the tails of the boards, which I have done twice. Ashley bashed her ribs, but her boo-boo didn’t show up like the one on my forehead!
And Sharon, thanks for the email to the MKDA! I hope it helps the Mural Project in Exeter!
Is it my imagination or have I seen Jeffrey in a portrait? I am imagining his face and that of his sister in one drawing. Was that real or my imagination??
It must be fun to paint a subject (Sawtooth) in real life that will definitely hold still for you. The whole thing is overwhelming but really coming along nicely! I think you are making great progress. I look forward to watching the changes. I’m so glad you have the lift instead of the scaffold!
Wow, what a fabulous view of (the real) sawtooth! That should have inspired you totally!
I’m working on an email to the MKDA e-list, and should have it sent later tonight. Included will be a link here, so here come the hits!
You have gotten a lot done considering the weather. It really is looking great! Your blue sky does seem like an extension of the real sky.
Your forklift box seems much safer than the scaffolding…it’s nice having friends that help you out.
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