Mossbrae Falls Opus 1

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Following the railroad tracks, I trusted my internal compass as I searched for a waterfall that is seldom seen by visitors to Mt Shasta. Local residents told me about a breath- taking view of a wall of water that cascades into the Sacramento River. The subtle climb of the tracks reminded me of the hard work men must have endured in 1901 building this winding metal trail, flowing like a river itself, through the mighty Cascade Mountains. I continued following the Sacramento River located far below me, at times stopping and looking in awe at the canyon and the roaring waters that created it. Then the unmistaken sound of water falling directed my eye, and I saw for myself, what only a few locals have experienced, Mossbrae Falls.

Mossbrae Falls is a unique waterfall. It is only about 50 ft. high, but it is 150 ft. wide. The water cascades from springs down a moss-covered canyon wall into the Sacramento River, creating a wall of water. It is actually quite a bit taller than 50ft., but you cannot see the upper cascades through the brush and trees. In the fall, I want to offer an advance-painting workshop on location, and hope to include this spot as one of the vistas.

When you pack your supplies to paint on location, keep your palette simple, containing the fewest colors necessary for the way you paint. The less you travel with, the more productive you will become. When painting on location, I prefer to use three colors,
Cobalt Blue, Alizarin Crimson and Cad Yellow, and white, and an earth color such as Asphaltum or Burnt Sienna. These five colors work best for most effects. Any easel that works for you is the best one. The key to painting and choosing your supplies on location is to pack light and “Just Do It!”

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