This is one of my favorite painting locations in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. You never know what kind of vessel will be tied up to this dock, waiting to get up on the ways for repairs at Sample's Shipyard.
Returning to a favorite location can be a way to get through a painter's block. I love to paint boats, and I feel comfortable painting them. One of the best ways I've found to get back in the groove and keep your hand hot is to paint something you are totally familiar with, something you've been successful at painting before. It can also be a choice when trying to break through to something new. Familiarity can provide comfort, but it can also produce boredom, causing experimentation.
So whether you're trying to feel comfortable or to experiment with something new, try an old location and let the juices flow!
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