Marsh Marigolds - here for a short while only

I had one hour to squeeze in some painting before heading off to play ukulele in the afternoon. My choice of subject today was a Marsh Marigold next to our pond in the backyard. These are one of the first flowers to bloom in spring and last only a very short time. It was a somewhat challenging subject as there was lots going on with all the leaves, flowers, rocks and the piece of driftwood lying beside it. This plant is near the base of the waterfall on our hill that flows into the pond. Given I only had an hour, I was relatively pleased with my effort. I think for anyone looking at this painting, it may not be obvious what the subject is. The log in particular isn't all that convincing. What works is the abstract pattern of colors and shapes in this painting.

Tomorrow, my painting partner and I plan to go out but the location has not yet been decided. It's my turn to pick so I may cycle through Assiniboine Forest and check it out as  a location for painting.

Marsh Marigolds