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About Paul

I'm retired, but working at painting, photography, and song writing. We like to travel and paint plein air in new places. Of course that's also where photography comes into the picture, so to speak. Sometimes I get inspired to write songs about the people and places we visit.

Telephones, Tubes, and the Tate

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Paul

After resting yesterday afternoon we both had a restless night. Our sleep patterns haven’t adjusted yet. However, we were up early this morning and got going. After a reasonable, but light breakfast we undertook to get our phones working. Yesterday … Continue reading →

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We Arrived!

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Paul

After 20 hours of travel door to door we have arrived in London and are esconced in The London Guest House. http://www.londonguesthouse.uk.com/ This is a budget priced B&B in Acton, a west end burough that used to be Irish and is … Continue reading →

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A Very Belated Semester Abroad

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Paul

Our bags are packed (almost) and our house is prepared for its temporary occupants. In less than one week Jean and I depart for our delayed “semester abroad.” Neither of us was able to take a semester abroad while in … Continue reading →

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All Our Bags Are Packed (Almost)

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Paul

We’re under two weeks until our departure for our photography, painting, and art appreciation trip to Europe. New suitcases were packed with clothes this week and immediately found to be overweight. Unpacking, sorting things, and repacking brought the weights under … Continue reading →

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Practicing for Europe

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Paul

Yesterday we went to Olympia to hang two of Jean’s painting for a show. While there I decided to practice cafe sketching. I went to a coffee shop and sat at an out-of-the-way corner table with my sketch pad and … Continue reading →

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Counting Down to Europe – Money, Money, Money

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Paul

We are now inside of four weeks until we leave for our extended stay in Europe. Our itinerary is set and we have taken care of essential travel stuff. Now can get down to packing art supplies, clothes, etc. We … Continue reading →

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Learning to Get Along: More Thoughts From Our Winter Trip

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Paul

Campgrounds and RV parks collect a broad spectrum of travelers. We often found ourselves among people with values, beliefs, and habits unlike ours. Many campers carried guns and anti-abortion bumper stickers were common. Dogs and cats are common among the RV … Continue reading →

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Planning for Europe

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Paul

As you may remember our next trip is a long stay in Europe starting next month. We thought it was pretty well planned, but our plans have been changing daily. It seems that sometimes what you think is certain is … Continue reading →

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More Art from Winter Trip

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Paul

Here are two just-completed painting inspired by photos from our winter trip. The Altamira Oriole was from Falcon Lake Texas and the Yucca was from a beautiful sunset hike in Joshua Tree National Park. Enjoy.

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Campground Amenities

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Paul

We’ve been home from our winter sojourn for three weeks. Posts are not as frequent despite the access to the internet. There are too many other things to do, like prepare for our 5 month trip to Europe that is … Continue reading →

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