Early in the winter I imagined that I would plant a little vegetable garden this Spring so as to enjoy the "fruits" of my labor with some yummy fresh veggies. Then, as the Winter has worn on and I recollected the fun I have had going to the various local Farmers' Markets, contemplated the work that would be involved without assurance of equal rewards, I decided to alter my plans. Think I'll just plant my herbs and maybe a few plants at most and then continue to support our local producers through my patronage. Meanwhile, I'll try to remember my camera so as to snap more photos of the vendors like this woman selling her lovely yellow Marigolds and red-violet Coleus! Yes, another Spring-themed pastel piece. I experimented this time and brushed a gesso-prepped piece of 14 x 11" mdf board with some Golden Acrylic Ground for Pastels. Then I layered heavy applications of soft pastels and then dipped a brush into Witch Hazel (I couldn't find any rubbing alcohol) to make some washy areas and low and behold it worked!
So, locals, have you heard the news? Cherry Street Farmers' Market has grown and is moving to a new location as they've outgrown their current location. Didn't realize they're 90 vendors strong now! Their new location will be still on Cherry Street between Quaker & Rockford. They're having a street party Saturday, April 10th from 7-11 a.m. to celebrate their 12th Season! Details.
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