Tuesday, October 1, 2013

August Sky, Truchas


The incredibly scenic High Road to Taos passes through the old Hispanic settlement of Truchas.  Perched at an elevation of 8,400 feet, the town offers a panoramic view reminiscent of a scene from The Sound of Music. At least that's how I felt the first time I drove this route. Mountains on one side and a wide view of the valley and distant mountains on the other make you wonder how this place has remained a modest little village. I set up in town facing the drama that was unfolding between the sky and mountains to the east.  The 11" x 14" oil started out as a a plein air painting and was completed in the studio.

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