Two pictures painted yesterday. The first a view of Loch Arkaig, the second a quick sketch of the Sound of Arisaig. The weather was typical of winter on the west coast. We awoke to some slushy snow and a bitterly cold wind.As the morning wore on the sun came out and it was actually quite warm but then heavy rain returned in the afternoon. Then when I was at Arisaig the calm returned and it became  a beautiful evening. What ever the weather the scenery is stunning. I feel extremely privileged to be able to live and work in what must be one of the most beautiful places in Britain. The temptation to stop and paint is sometimes overwhelming !