I decided to take a study break at Prospect Park today. I hadn't been to the south end of the park and wanted to sketch something around the lake. I took the nature trail down to the Boat Center. These stairs take you from the main area (long field) down into the water.
When I got down to the lower field, I got this picture of horseback riders just in case you didn't believe me from earlier posts. Where do they keep these horses I wonder?
Then I finally found the perfect spot to sit down and sketch with my oil pastel crayons. At one point I was approached by a photographer and she asked if she could take pictures of me "working." I said yes and tried to continue without seeming like I could feel her presence. 10 minutes later she disappeared. I sketched the changing tree leaves, lake, and bridge.
Then I made my way back to the meadow and watched the local activities while reading and getting a little writing done. I heard a "dai, dai," behind me and remembering this is "go, go" in Italian, I saw a family playing soccer (futbol, calcio) with their kids. The keeper, moving across the picture, was actually pretty outstanding, saving 8 goals in just the time I was watching.
Finally, I got to watch a group of kids participating in the old parachute game, this one of the stars and stripes. Sarah Palin, eat your heart out. Even in the liberal elite corners of NYC, patriotism rings.
I had forgotten how amazing this park is and being 10 minutes from my house, I must get here more often. There is just so much happening. Soccer, football, catch, music, fishing, etc. all around you. Definitely the best study break in a long time.
For the video, please go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7je_EiEQ-xE
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