Monday, January 29, 2018

Beach Combing for Art!


This weekend was warmer but it was windy, so beach combing wasn't as easy. The tide was also out earlier, so we go there as it was coming back in, but still lots of shoreline to explore. I got a nice amount of glass and some stones, so building up my stash of glass, a bit at a time.

We got quite a few large pieces this time, the large heart rock is 3" wide, to give you a perspective. The heart will be painted and hidden, hoping to finish a few to hide before Valentines.


The wind got so bad, I decided to give up, since the wind was blowing the waves back in, higher than normal. Another reason to go to this beach was, to go to the lighthouse to watch the moon rise. It was daytime, but I just wanted to see what it would look like as it rose above Newport. We waited over a half hour and no moon, the fog took over, so I gave up. I found a spot on a cliff side, with a rock ledge to protect me from the wind. At least I got to enjoy some relax time while enjoying the views.


Sunday was a rainy day so we decided to go shopping. I hit the jackpot this time, I found a motorized, ride on firetruck that blows bubbles marked down to 15.00 dollars. Alex will love it and I will save it for his Birthday. I also got myself some art supplies, so I can start painting more angels and other items. Luckily the rain stopped when we got down the Watch Hill, but it was definitely foggy.

The boardwalk is desolate in the winter, but it is so calm and peaceful when it is shrouded by the fog.


We enjoyed a ride around the ocean loop and came out to Atlantic Beach, a long strip of beaches, hotels and amusements, but nice and quiet in the winter. This is a beach that has high banks, so the rocks get thrown up and tumbled, so there are a lot of smaller, smooth stones, which is just what I was looking for.

We found a nice amount but gave up with the rising tide. I was looking for stones that I can use as heads and bodies and as you can see from the photos, this is why I am collecting them. I have seen pebble art in the stores and they charge a fortune. The rocks are free and what you can make is only limited by your imagination. It is like a puzzle, you just play with them and see what you can make. You can also go online and look up beach, pebble, art and you will find lots of wonderful pieces to inspire you.

I was just playing around, I want to try a bird piece and something simple to start with. I like the idea of painting the background with watercolor and adding a quote or word to the upper corner. I played in photoshop to see who it would look, and like the color better. I also want to use a small piece of glass for his beak and maybe wire legs, still playing and thinking.

I hope you all had a nice weekend and remember, even in the gloomiest days, you can find joy and creativity in the simplest of things.


9 comments:

julieQ said...

I am in love with your beach art!! I collect heart rocks too...just love what you are doing her!

acorn hollow said...

wonderful beach art.
Cathy

kelley said...

I would love walking the deserted boardwalk...maybe not in the fog...watched too much Walking Dead...painted heart rocks sound like fun...love the truck for Alex...

Sandi said...

Love your bird design. Can't wait to see all your variations and colours you come up with.

After a cold wet torrential rain showers. Got a bit of a sunset to enjoy and finally dry.

Karen said...

I was wndering when you might get back to painting rocks. You made so many creative ones last year.

Dawn said...

I just love your weekend wanderings. They are so interesting.
I love your finds - looking forward to seeing your creations.

Raymond Homestead said...

Such pretty glass and stones. Would be fun to find!

Fiona said...

Lovely walk and your creativity is wonderful... I love that bird you did...
Hugz

Rugs and Pugs said...

Your beach art is going to be so cool. Keep us posted :)