For the past six years, a group of plein air painters has been gathering every February, and according to Richie Vios, “We can’t get enough of it.”
Here’s a photo essay from Richie on their most recent trip, to Big Bend National Park in Texas:
Above: Richie Vios, Richard Sneary, and the Rattlesnake Gang plein air painting on the top of Boquillas Canyon overlooking the Rio Grand River separating Mexico and the United States.
Above: Richie Vios plein air painting on one of the most visited attractions at Big bend National Park: Santa Elena Canyon. “It was quite cool that morning, but when you reach high noon, it’s necessary to grab sunblock and an umbrella.”
Above: “San Elena Canyon,” watercolor, plein air at Big Bend National Park, Texas, by Richie Vios
Above: Last group picture before everyone says goodbye and hits the road back home. It’s a beautiful feeling to paint with friends and no pressure, and to enjoy the majestic, divine panoramic view of Big Bend.
Connect with Richie Vios at vioswatercolor.com.
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