Painting Plein Air in the back yard

Painting plein air in my own backyard provides me with multiple possibilities, a convenient setting for taking breaks, and an opportunity to revisit the same spot on multiple days with the assurance that it will remain unchanged. This 18x24 painting, "Standing Tall" was done over several days.  Being able to look into the flowers and see the subtle variations in color is something that can't be done using a photo reference. These particular flowers grow along the edge of my vegetable garden. The woods that are behind provide a deep dark backdrop to the scene. The rhythmic pattern of the leaves and flowers creates a  pleasing path moving the viewer through the painting. The vertical repetition gives a sense of regal importance to these beauties as they rise up tall and impressive along the fence. The reds and greens create a natural color harmony and a warmth to the sunlit flowers.