tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post643132908694120027..comments2023-12-20T02:26:04.486-05:00Comments on Paintings and More by Sonya: Engineer Mountain - a matter of perspectiveSonya Johnsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01879889885162011649noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-67875589163731290622011-07-11T12:27:15.632-04:002011-07-11T12:27:15.632-04:00Thanks, Sarah - glad you liked 'em :)! It'...Thanks, Sarah - glad you liked 'em :)! It's a great thing that so many of the scenic trails in our area are doable by horses, isn't it? I am sure we'll hike Crater Lake again this summer or fall.Sonya Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01879889885162011649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-74823912257555917592011-07-10T17:51:12.311-04:002011-07-10T17:51:12.311-04:00Your fireworks pics turned out GREAT!!!!! I'm ...Your fireworks pics turned out GREAT!!!!! I'm happy to say that most of your Engineer and Crater Lake pics are places I have been, too.Xebechehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04018198670178360250noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-72725085851822214742011-07-06T23:23:25.713-04:002011-07-06T23:23:25.713-04:00Dan - ha! This will be a lot of fun :).
Hi Pam -...Dan - ha! This will be a lot of fun :).<br /><br />Hi Pam - I'm glad you enjoyed the photos! Yes, seeing that your son lives here, you always have an excuse to head down to our corner of the state...and don't forget to bring your plein air gear!Sonya Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01879889885162011649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-3710085527494013432011-07-06T22:39:47.978-04:002011-07-06T22:39:47.978-04:00Such great shots! I love it when photos are inclu...Such great shots! I love it when photos are included for comparisons and seeing where it all took place! Got to get back down there soon!Pam Holnbackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11569629104736368674noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-56349694108432889122011-07-06T22:26:02.786-04:002011-07-06T22:26:02.786-04:00I knew you couldn't resist a challenge!I knew you couldn't resist a challenge!Daniel Lee "Dan" Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17096799807663983849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-76629487509272802652011-07-06T21:06:13.632-04:002011-07-06T21:06:13.632-04:00Oh, you are ON! That is awesome, Dan! I love doi...Oh, you are ON! That is awesome, Dan! I love doing trades, and honestly, it's about the only way I can afford to own other artist's work (sad but true).<br /><br />I'll work on a couple of pieces you could choose from, and whenever you have one finished (no rush), email me, and we'll make it happen!<br /><br />Have fun at the beach - think you'll have time to paint there?Sonya Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01879889885162011649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-25638751156982518652011-07-06T19:21:26.239-04:002011-07-06T19:21:26.239-04:00Please do. Tell you what, I'll do something si...Please do. Tell you what, I'll do something similar, and then we trade -- could be big fun. But, I need a couple of weeks because we're going to the beach next week. You game?Daniel Lee "Dan" Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17096799807663983849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-183664906467940822011-07-06T18:19:19.204-04:002011-07-06T18:19:19.204-04:00Thanks, Dan. Yeah, those are some okay things abo...Thanks, Dan. Yeah, those are some okay things about the painting; the three ridges are quite different in terms of shape, color and whatnot. Still, it was a bit of a grind - some of the pastels refused to adhere to the surface, which always drives me nuts. <br /><br />I've always loved those dappled views along forested trails, and have shot many a photo of them. Of course, when I saw this view, I thought: "this has Dan's name written all over it!" ;) Inspired by your work, I might even attempt to paint it.Sonya Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01879889885162011649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-51889210028209445652011-07-06T17:55:59.819-04:002011-07-06T17:55:59.819-04:00Looks to me like you've got some nice shapes a...Looks to me like you've got some nice shapes and patterns working in your painting.<br />Thank you very much for the photo, I could see myself standing there and painting that. Of course, I would love to try any of those views and could easily spend the whole summer there.Daniel Lee "Dan" Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17096799807663983849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-91775327402182858762011-07-06T17:25:31.749-04:002011-07-06T17:25:31.749-04:00Thanks, Debbie! Engineer is one of those places ...Thanks, Debbie! Engineer is one of those places that I'd send visitors to go hike (even if they only hiked to the base), just because it is really so beautiful. Mountain has a unique shape and geologic composition, and above timberline in the summer, the area is exploding with wildflowers and the panoramic views.<br /><br />Only problem is...if you live near sea level, the altitude will knock even fit people for a loop. <br /><br />Re the firework photos: I honestly think it's probably impossible to get good ones without the requirements I listed. Otherwise, it was surprisingly straightforward ;).Sonya Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01879889885162011649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-54636231203914903322011-07-06T15:15:05.557-04:002011-07-06T15:15:05.557-04:00Wow - I can see why you are fascinated with Engine...Wow - I can see why you are fascinated with Engineer - looks like an amazing place.<br /><br />The firework shots are very cool! I had fun trying to shoot them myself, but mine weren't nearly as successful as yours ;-)Debbie Shirleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00267734938299378975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-28746108049393498122011-07-06T10:10:42.593-04:002011-07-06T10:10:42.593-04:00Thanks, Casey - I know you're a climber, so I ...Thanks, Casey - I know you're a climber, so I thought you might enjoy it. I'm glad you like the painting, too; it fell short of my expectations, and when I look at it, all I see is what I don't like. You know how that goes. <br /><br />Thanks, LeAnn - I was pleased with how well those firework photos turned out :).Sonya Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01879889885162011649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-46218662612720198982011-07-06T07:25:41.924-04:002011-07-06T07:25:41.924-04:00Love the Sky Pilot photo and your incredible shots...Love the Sky Pilot photo and your incredible shots of fireworks. <br /><br />LeAnnpasqueflowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17726376425071322993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3640331618261060721.post-1370134615457174132011-07-05T21:02:50.633-04:002011-07-05T21:02:50.633-04:00Great post - and I am thrilled by your painting of...Great post - and I am thrilled by your painting of Engineer Mountain.Casey Klahnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08020906666248399435noreply@blogger.com