Tuesday, August 12, 2014

The Narrows, Virginia Beach


The Narrows, pastels, 9" x 12"

We took our new-to-us 20-ft airstream to First Landing State Park and camped right next to the dunes. This Broad Bay beach is at the other end of the park, accessed by car, or via a 6-mile bike trail. We rode the trail in the torrential rain and still loved it, passing by cypress swamps and classic Virginia shore flora. We drove back one evening to paint and found the Narrows beach to be a favorite with families with dogs, young people and paddle boarders. he evening light was hitting the proud pines. I think they are Eastern White Pines, the kind with long needles, creating soft shapes. Can't wait to go back. First Landing is a unique preserve in the middle of an urban area.

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