"Valley Glow,"o/c, 11x14, KHL

In August, four of us artists were fortunate to paint in “nature’s cathedral” speak Yosemite Valley.  On a warm summer afternoon we picked out a perfect spot across from the wedding chapel. 

As we approached our location, we noticed a small group of children pointing at … a brown bear!!!  They were just a few feet away from the tagged bear, who was casually nashing on vegetation.  One of the kids innocently asked “is it a pet?,” refering to the wild animal’s collar…our hearts must have skipped a beat, until thankfully “Ranger Rick” stepped in to usher the kids to safe distance.  The bear ran off, with camera toting tourists following.

And then we peacefully painted in ths sacred place. I still vividly remember the golden glow of the meadow and the purple majesty of (I believe..?) Cathedral Rocks.  Can’t wait to return to this place of bliss!