Today, all of Portland enjoyed a sunshine-filled day with the temperature in the low-50's. Such conditions demanded a long jog with the camera. Not too many days left before spring arrives and so does our move. We're down to thirty-nine days until the movers knock on our door. Seven days after that, we hop aboard a Delta flight out of Seattle, bound for Honolulu and a new life--again.
We continue working on the seemingly endless list of things which need to get done before we move, but happily, many of the REALLY BIG ones are accomplished. Among the current priorities are the three in-work portraits.
Sue's has been the focus lately, as I struggle with...well...everything. It's passed the time to let it go, but I just keep messing with it. Every time I'm ready to let go, something catches my eye and away we go again. Anyway, here's what she looks like today.
Ms Sue Hawkins, 2013, oil on canvas, 30 x 24 inches. Work continues.
My jog today took a familiar path along the South Waterfront. It's
been quite awhile since I've shared any photos of the new Oregon Health
and Sciences University building under construction and the new
Willamette River bridge. Both of these projects are proceeding at a
remarkable pace, but we'll miss the respective completions.
The new cable-stay bridge construction has been fascinating to observe.
Everything about the project is a first time ever for me to witness. I
say this as both a preface and an apology in case bridges hold little
interest for you. What the heck...a few photos can't be THAT bad. Can
they? Hope your Saturday had sunny skies.
I'm standing close to the Interstate-5 Marquam Bridge, looking south. The two tower cranes are being used to construct the massive towers which will support the roadway with lots of cables. In this shot you can see the east tower on the left, under construction, while on the right the twin west bank columns are finished and other work is underway. Click on the image for a closer view.
Here, we see the west tower and perhaps part of the roadbed and cable machinery doing who knows what. A bonus in this photo is Mount Hood, covered in fresh powder.
This is the new OHSU building racing toward completion. We're looking south now.
Same building, looking north. Notice the interesting structural components. Fascinating.
A closer view of the marvels of modern engineering.
A look at some of the South Waterfront condo towers. You've seen these before on this blog, but not this view exactly.
I couldn't resist snapping a photo of this hard-working bunch of paddlers, going upriver. That's the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry on the east bank of the Willamette River. They are about to pass under the Interstate-5 double-deck Marquam Bridge. Interstate-5, for those of you not from around these parts, runs from San Diego, California, all the way to Canada.
I've come to the conclusion,that as long as you see something that needs an adjustment, then do it.
ReplyDeleteI once read that one of the best things that can happen for an artist, is for someone to come along and snatch the painting away from him and take it away. But then, in the artist who wrote that said later in the book, he had run into quite a few of his paintings in the world that he wishes he could get back. Our perfectionism is ours to bear. Sue looks good. What does Sue think?
The photographs are interesting--particularly attractive is "A closer look at the marvels." Good composition of great looking roofing details. I love the look of precision.
This person doesn't feel sorry for you that you're busy moving to HAWAII! Envy is more like it.
Good Morning Linda,
ReplyDeleteI was beginning to wonder if you weren't feeling well when I noticed a couple of days without a new post. Hope your recovery is going well and you're ahead of schedule with the rehab.
Actually, Sue and Anita are quite pleased with the painting and have been at several stages. Honestly, I believe they just want to have it and quit hearing me whine and moan and groan about stuff they never noticed until my mention!
I'm finally okay with her vest, however, the necklace chain and the shadows on her turtleneck need work. I've put a lot more light into the shadowed side of her face, but values, as you know, are so important and the slightest bit "off" can ruin the entire look.
Every morning, I prop the painting up near a window with lots of light to see how it looks. They live on the west side of the building and receive a ton of afternoon light, so I want it to look okay in the brightest conditions we get in our northeast location.
Anyway, it's going out the door, up to their condo very soon!
I'm shocked to learn you don't feel sorry for us! The struggles, the myriad decisions about furniture and junk, the nerves...it all calls for serious pity.:)
We'll suffer through it...I guess...and we're pretty sure it'll be worth it. I just wish there were a way to move Portland to Honolulu. Now that would be perfection!
Thanks for stopping by, Linda, and best of luck with the knee.
Sincerely,
Gary.
thanks for taking us along on the jog! OHSU plans to keep everyone alive indefinitely! Hooray---I guess! Of course, if everyone ran like you every day, we wouldn't need so many medical buildings. I love the portrait.
ReplyDeleteHi Celeste,
ReplyDeleteThanks. OHSU will have to keep us all alive, just to pay for the buildings! It's my great pleasure to share the jogging tours with everyone, but the winter grays are getting tiresome. Time for sunshine and color!!!
Have a good day, Celeste.
Sincerely,
Gary.