May 20, 2013

Glacier Bay and More!


   Another plein aire painting for me.. not something I'm known for but I can now say I know what inspiration does to you when your  'out there' . This was one of the little coastal villages on the way back from Glacier Bay.  
While I'm on here let me say I'm so pleased to take you along, and hear how much your enjoying the trip.    

I was lucky to catch it just as a part of the glacier was breaking off. 
I know there's a technical term for it. For me it was called a 'magical moment' ..   
 Very little sunshine for this Florida lady. But it was expected so I think I handled it ok... Cold, windy, rainy, but that's all part of it.. 


While in port at Ketchican a  bald eagle flew in front of me and landed on this post.. I took the best photo I could.. 



   Right now I'm using my blog as sort of a personal journey but as I always say, your welcome to come along.. Since I posted yesterday I want to add a few more pics. 
Whether you are from the U.S. or other parts of the world I must say how proud I am of the beauty of this country..  This part of it is majestic, breath taking and awesome.. Did I leave out anything ?
                  





    Glacier Bay.A spectacular sight.

  
              A small painting of Juneau, Ak. as seen from the ship.
        yes, I actually was so inspired that I did a plein aire painting.. 


14 comments:

  1. Wow, fantastic views, BJ! And a wonderful plein air painting as well!

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  2. Good golly, Ms. BJ!! That plein aire piece is so beautiful! The photos are gorgeous, but once again it is your talent that blows me away.

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  3. Lovely watercolor and beautiful photos
    Happy Cruising!

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  4. Lovely painting that will be a special memory for you. And brings back happy memories for me too. Be following you with interest

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  5. Ah BJ - so beautiful. The bald eagle just had to be the best. So glad you were inspired to paint the beautiful scene before you. What memories you are making. Thanks for taking me to Alaska...I am loving it.

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  6. Your painting is great, I love it!

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  7. Hermoso viaje, disfrútelo y gracias por compartir sus experiencias y las fotos

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  8. I'm loving your paintings. You captured Juneau the way I remember it. Have to tell you I was at Dick Blick's with my son and I kept looking around to see if you might be there. Ha! Enjoy your trip.

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  9. BJ - I love your plein air painting of the village. Imagine seeing a glacier break off. I bet it is cold for you my dear Fla. lady.

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  10. BJ they are awesome. I love the photos too! love to you,Diana

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  11. How lovely that you are able to do some plein air painting! And such a lovely painting too! So glad you are having such a wonderful time :0)

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  12. Always wanted to go to Alaska--it looks beautiful! I like your plein air paintings very much, and especially the colors in the one of Juneau.

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  13. Hello B.J.:) Thank you for sharing the lovely photo's . You did a great job on both paintings. Really nice!

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  14. Fabulous photo's and great paintings BJ. Well done for doing some plein air painting ... you did good!!

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