The Fine Art of a Staycation

I admit I am vacation spoiled. Let’s face it, another vacation soaking up the sun in the BVIs or a fabulous dinner in a Paris bistro is euphoric. Unfortunately, it’s not always possible with college schedules, grandchildren and sports events. However, it can be magically relaxing during a staycation in Hudson. It is an opportunity to enjoy the beauty in Hudson or wherever you live.

During one of my staycations, fog engulfed the city for hours. I will admit, fog might not seem pleasant to most people. Most people might consider a staycations with fog disappointing. Admittedly, I would prefer warm sunshine. During this time, I found the fog breathtakingly beautiful the way the light reflected throughout the town. This picture captures the beauty I saw that day. My fog series, reflects (pun intended) Hudson at its foggy best; quiet beauty. Click here for paintings.

Do you have a special photograph or vacation memory that has become tattered? I know I have many. I hate to lose them. Personally, I find a painting is the best way to preserve that memory. Hanging a vacation painting in your home reflects your joyful experience so you experience it every time you look at it. Alternatively, you can learn to paint your vacation memory in my studio. I am happy to help you during my Thursday adult open studio evening or schedule a private session. Contact me for more information.

Unfortunately, sunshine does not seem possible this summer. As the saying goes, time to make lemonade out of lemons by enjoying the beauty that is around us. Cherish your Hudson staycation through art. This Friday is our 2nd monthly Art Hop where you can browse the various studios and shops in the downtown historic section of Hudson. My studio mates and I focus this month’s efforts on vacation art. Creative Fingers, owner Stacie Pinover, has some amazing artwork from her students. Contact Watercolorist, Lori Hess to show you her extraordinary artwork. I am displaying many of my Hudson landscape oils and pastels. Both Lori and I specialize in portraiture. For more information about the Art Hop and additional Hudson artist click here.