Kathleen Dunphy
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Leigh Ann Smith 's comment on Snow Day! Tips for Plein Air Painting in the Snow

Hi Kathleen,

Thanks for the great tips and for sharing your gorgeous paintings! Such beautiful color. I love seeing the texture so well in your images, too.

I went painting in 15 degree weather a couple of weeks ago. I can't overdo the warm clothes: wore a long down coat, ski pants, battery-operated heated socks, snow mobile boots, hat and gloves (with latex gloves underneath). Yes, I looked funny.

I like your tips on the hand warmers and the dark blanket. I forgot to bring an umbrella and fell into the trap of constricted pupils from glare, which resulted in washed out paintings when I brought them inside. Easy enough to fix but I'd rather get it right the first time. Umbrella and dark blanket next time!

Great to "see" you again and thanks again for the inspiration and good info.


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