PAINT OUT in March

 What do you mean, I need a hair cut!


A gloomy forecast was about to sabotage another attempt to going painting in Noordhoek.
Twice previously the weather had failed us. But today, the sun appeared from behind the clouds offering a bright blue, rain-clean sky, the landscape burgeoned with greens and golds and we even
had models though, regretfully, they weren't in the mood to pose.

Alpacas! Those llama-like cousins originally from the Andes have found new lush pastures in Noordhoek and FHAS were privileged to visit Ohio Farm to see them, paint them and enjoy them.Strangely, most of us, didn't even paint them as they were in constant motion and proved a little taxing (even) for our artistic skills.

Di and Clive sat straight down and tackled a painting, nearly finishing their work before going home. Well done!

The farm house, however, was a delightful building, it didn't move, the garden around it was full of colour, the light was great and so ... most of us focused attention in that direction.

Ohio Farm is a marvelous place and especially for the artistically inclined.

There are ancient oaks, grassy alleys, a rambling garden with heady, bright blooms, and everywhere views of the mountains.

You are transported to another world - yet one that is still practically on our doorstep - and were were lucky enough to enjoy it for March's paint out.

FHAS is looking for more and interesting destinations to group for a paint out. They need to be fairly near Fish Hoek, hopefully with toilet facilities and with space to park safely.

If you have any suggestions, please get in touch.