Good morning and isn't the weather once again just glorious. It is a tad hot and to be honest maybe we are having just a bit to much of this "glorious" weather. But being British we are allowed to complain, after all that is what we are all so good at. Because of the heat, Liz and myself have started walking early in the morning and not wandering too far of. As we both like coffee, in our wanderings we are watching cafes and coffee bars and looking at them and deciding which are good and safe and there seems to be quite a difference in social distancing, taking contact details and safe service; a few places which will not be named, are being giving a wide berth. About the best we have found so far is "Lilys", near the new fire station and they are extending their menu from this Thursday. They open at 7.30 in the morning, so how about a light breakfast in the middle of your walk. Despite the road works it is a pleasant place to visit.

The picture today is what I would call a fun picture. You might notice that it is a painting of the picture in this blog the other day. the first was a sketch and part of the purpose of a sketch, is a memory, possibly to be worked up at a later date. Well being a little warm and myself feeling slightly laid back, I attacked it in the studio. So in a very loose manner  it got worked up. Big brushes, lots of water and throw it all around. Then towards the end of the process tie it up a little with a soft pencil. Use the pencil before the painting dies, doing this it works in a different and rather quirky way, so try it by using it on a damp or even very wet surface. Have a go and also have fun.

This glorious heat reminds me of my last visit to Galilee. It is nice that every day things remind us of our maker.

See you soon.   Duncan