Sometimes going back to basics can help you refine your skills. In this practice piece, I put away the brushes and used a palette knife for the majority of the painting and a small brush for the details at the end. It allows you to focus less on the details and more about what's in front of you!

With the warmer weather here, I started on a new 8x10 painting a few weeks ago of the Sydenham river in Harrison Park Ontario. Many locals may recognize this specific spot along the riverbank, looking towards one of the many bridges in the area.

In partnership with Urban Easel, you can find my banner on the west side of the harbour at the start of the harbour pathway near the 1st Avenue West & 10th Street East bridge!