When I first signed-up for the triathlon, one of my friends said, "Wow, that could engulf your whole life!" And, I thought, "No, there are lots of artists who go for a walk, or do some form of exercise during the day, then spend the rest of the time painting. And often, they get ideas for paintings during those morning walks." Well, this has been a lot more difficult than I anticipated, mostly because years as a couch potato have caused my body to go downhill more that I thought!
I workout with a coach three times a week, and on my own the rest of the week. It is hard! I have wrecked the bike three times! But I am trying to settle into a routine that will allow me to paint, even though I am tired. And there are some beautiful places to run and bike that have me wanting to paint them. Here are a few from yesterday's ride along the Bay Trail.
This is Ferry Point, where they used to have ferry's that crossed the Bay over to San Francisco. It is abandoned now.
Here is a little lagoon. San Pablo Bay is behind the trees, as well as a ship, and the Richmond Bridge.
Another view of the lagoon. I love the shapes of the trees and the light on the water. Bet this would be even better at dusk!
Another view of Ferry Point, this time looking across the Bay, with the city of San Francisco in the distance. Richmond, the city where I live, has 32 miles of coastline! The fact that I stopped to take photos means I didn't get a very good workout this time, but I couldn't resist!
Painting and biking/walking go hand in hand. One inspires the other. It just takes a great deal of will power to do both! You can do it!!
ReplyDeleteThanks! When I ride now, it is more like athletic training, so if I stop, my heart rate drops, which is bad. But it is a great way to find places to return to and paint later!
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