October is the perfect time to head up into New Hampshire and wander the backroads from studio to studio. There is a leafy smell in the air that enchants and breathtaking color to amaze us. Chris and I made our annual trek to the Dublin/Peterborough area to tour what we could of the 50 art studios tucked into the foothills of Mt. Monadnock.
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| Jane Howard in her studio |
We packed a lunch of Tuscan pasta, sandwiches and fruit so we could make the most of our day and explore as much as we wanted to. A quick trip to the Price's for fresh cider and we were on our way. We started at Jane Howard's studio, eager to see how she had grown in the past year and what new things she was trying. She was working on a self-portrait and had completed a wonderful woman knitting (you can see it next to the window in this photo). Her architectural beach scenes have a unique quality which I love. My favorites, though, are the painted collage still lifes like one above the window. They tell a detailed story of varied interests which draw you in to speculate about the person who collected these items and why they are of importance. The nice thing is that you can vary the story in your mind each time you look at the painting. I love that about them.
We visited quite a few studios some of which were in old homes built in the late 1700s and mid-1800s. Low beamed ceilings and wide planked floors complemented the timeless art on view. Others had bright, light-filled studios with cans and cans of brushes and paint stained easels. Having just bought a wide, flat blending brush, I know the obsession for good working tools.
The day was inspirational and the scenery exquisite, even if the foliage hasn't peaked yet. All the more to enjoy in the weeks to come!
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