Prospect Park Warning!

WARNING! WARNING! DANGER WILL ROBINSON!

Yesterday I was up at the Carriage House in Prospect Park. I was in the middle of my walk when I was stopped by Citizens' Patrol.

They wanted to know the basics, who I was and what I was doing in the park. I told them I'm here frequently painting.

They wanted to warn me about a rash of "Smash and Grabs" that were happening at this park. Basically, the criminals watch us get out of the car, and go to the hiking trail. They witness whether or not we take our bags with us. Fannypacks, purses, etc. Then when it is all clear, they smash our car windows and rob us. I'm not sure if I was told 400 happened this month or this year. But anyway, that's a large number!

The Citizens Patrol would like us to report all suspicious activity to them/Redlands PD.

Anyhow, this is a drawing I created at Prospect Park. It is a study of a Palm Tree. What drew my interest was the circular shape of the leaves. I couldn't resist painting it. I used a black watercolor pencil and Arches 140 lb. cold pressed. Last Month, I may not be painting there for a while.

Guys if you hear of anything happening at Prospect Park, let me know, and I will be sure to post and get the word out.

Thanks,

Live, love and paint, (and leave my car alone!)

Terry