Sunset, Mali Ston. 20 x 30 cm, oil on panel.
Pelješac is a peninsula in Southern Dalmatia and it’s probably my favorite area on the Croatian coast. While there are other islands and areas with more beautiful cities, they also tend to get a lot more of the cruise-ship crowds. Pelješac manages to have more of that slow-paced beach feel to it, and the people seem much friendlier. They also make the best red wines in Croatia, and the food in general is excellent (they have these great little oyster stands by the side of the roads with the local Adriatic oysters).
Ston, Midday. 30 x 20 cm, oil on panel.
Church in Broce. 32 x 23 cm, oil on panel.
There is a wide variety of subject matter on Pelješac, as there are relatively high mountains on the western side, whereas the eastern part has a much more gentle slope to the sea. Though the towns may not be as postcard-perfect as the other places along the coast, they are still exceedingly picturesque for painting. They are also very small, and the views are concentrated. When one is scouting with equipment in the August heat in Southern Europe, smaller is better.
Street Barbecue in Mali Ston. 30 x 20 cm, oil on panel.
Sleeping Dog. 20 x 30 cm, oil on panel.
You had me at “great little oyster stands!” 😉 Picturesque indeed, lovely, fresh paintings! Looks like the August heat got to Emma too…
Wonderful!
The enchantment continues! “Sleeping dog” is a marvel of composition, hues and tones!