Alston in Summer I

This is a plein air painting of a northern California landscape in summer.  It was a hot summer day and I was happy to have found a shady spot in which to stand and paint.  Alston Park is a dog friendly park in Napa, California.  Even though I didn't have any treats in my bag that day, I was approached by several friendly dogs who must have picked up faint traces of the treats I normally carry.  Either that, or they could just tell I was the kind of person who would be happy for some cheerful canine company.