Capitol Reef Contours

BERNARD MARKS WROTE ABOUT HIS BRILLIANT “CAPITOL REEF CONTOURS”:

“Capitol Reef Contours” captures as well as I know how to do it all the brilliant colors, crisp lines, and dramatic angles of Capitol Reef National Park in Utah.

I made a plein air watercolor in the cool shade of the cliffs as the sun poured into the canyon. Meanwhile, Martha prowled around on foot, shooting the remarkable arches, layers, and tucked-away corners of the area. Later, using my sketches and her photos, I redid my original study into this big acrylic piece.

MARTHA MARKS ADDS: Bernie’s available paintings and prints from Capitol Reef are “Along the Grand Wash,” “Capitol Reef Contours,” and “Capitol Reef Mosaic.”


This “Little Gem” giclée print on thick archival paper comes with a custom-cut white mat that fits into a standard 14″ x 11″ frame.

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