"Beetles"

Another painting inspired by the beetle rally, earlier this year. Painted in a direct method, without too many washes, I used the whiteness of the paper to create the highlights and sparkle on the shiny chrome. The bright, fresh green of the grass is refelcted in the bumpers.

The weather here was bright and sunny. Now though, winter is here with snow all over the country.
To all watchers and followers of my blog, I wish you a Merry Christmas.

"Several not-so-careful Owners"

There was a Beetle rally on Paignton Green in the summer, which attracted bugs from around the country. They came in various colours and various states of condition. This forlorn specimen caught my eye and I felt that it would make a good subject for a painting.
Rather than paint the whole car I decided to opt for a close-up, the single headlight looking like one big, sad eye.
Lots of rust! Lots of Character!