I did this pen and ink and watercolour sketch at Island in the Sky, the northernmost part of Canyonlands National Park. This part of Canyonlands is very similar to the Grand Canyon, but on a much smaller scale. The mountain range in the distance still had a lot of snow on it, creating a wonderful contrast for the layered reds, oranges and tans of the sandstone.
Some more of the fabulous scenery in the area.
Dave took me to see the sunset at Fisher Towers, and while there was a phenomenal sunset, I couldn't take my eyes off the reflected light on the towers. I didn't touch this shot in photoshop, honest, it really was like that!
Ever since I visited Writing On Stone Provincial Park I have been fascinated with early native pictographs and petroglyphs. I was delighted to go exploring along the Colorado River and find so many fine examples of several different tribes and times, some dating back a thousand years. As always, it is devastating to see modern graffiti obliterating some of the drawings. Why is it that mankind has always desired to leave his mark wherever he goes?Enjoy!
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beautiful view, love the loose feel of the watercolor
ReplyDeleteNice pictures, I haven't been there but seeing those sunset colors and the rocks really makes me want to put it on my list.
ReplyDeleteHi Maria and Wendy: Thank you, and you really should try to go there yourselves to see this. Most of the interesting places are accessible by car, which makes viewing really easy.
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