On a recent visit to Carmel Valley we were walking near the main street into town and Rolf Lygren stepped out of his studio, with paint bushes in hand, to let us know visitors were welcome. Inside and outdoors were many paintings-in-progress in a variety of media. The most prominent work was a wall-length commissioned piece fancifully depicting a view of Carmel Valley from the mountains to the sea. A definitive Central Coast Impression! Here is Rolf’s Mt. Toro-Early Evening. Can you feel the topography and mystery of this rugged Monterey landmark? Rolf described his process: “It’s a combination of oil paints (in the tube) & oil sticks. The goal is using the oil sticks to uncover images that are hidden. It’s a very textural and tactile surface and result. I like how the results are unpredictable and exciting.” This painting makes me want to put on my hiking shoes!
Central Coast Impressions 