By the Lakeshore

'By the Lakeshore' oil on canvas - 30 x 36"

Another painting in my bike path series.  This finally came together this morning, when I had an idea to add the little dog.  For some reason adding a happy running dog gave purpose to the cyclist riding along... it has also immeasurably lifted the mood of the piece...a far cry from the (very green and sinister looking)block in a few posts back.  It's funny...one figure adds life, but two creates a relationship...I think that invites the viewer to join in the fun.