This morning we transported another car load of garden refuse and entomological stowaways to the Efford Recycling Centre.
There was no further rain and the day was rather cooler, so Nick was able to make an early start and spend an uninterrupted day
applying the first coat of paint to our east gable end. When I observed how he guided and controlled the brush with his fingers he replied that he didn’t know he was doing it, especially after 40 years.
This evening we dined on chicken Kiev; creamy mashed potatoes; tender spinach and green beans; firm carrots and cauliflower, with which I drank more of the Malbec.
LOL. Entomological stowaways. Great name for a rock band! 🙂
A band name. Yes!
Thanks very much, Ed
What a master craftsman and a most delicious sounding dinner.
Thank you very much, Pat
Entomological Stowaways!! ha!! Right, after 40 years, I can see that Nick barely knows what he’s doing. It’s good to have such experience on the job. That colour is so warm and bright. It will be lovely.
Thank you very much, Crystal
A good, dependable painter is a great thing!
Absolutely. Thank you very much, John
You’re welcome! ☺️
Painting a surface that rough must be pretty tricky.
And very hard work, Liz. Thank you very much
You’re welcome, Derrick.
Wonderful photo of the painter at work. When I first saw the photo, I had to enlarge it for a closer look. Somehow, the hand didn’t look real.
Thank you very much, Laurie
Almost like a mechanical hand!
Thank you very m much, Sue
It’s almost done! Happy days, Derrick.
Thank you very much, Alys
Awesome photos. An uninterrupted day of outdoor painting is a true gift!
Thank you very much, Donna
Skilled work.
Indeed. Thank you very much, Tootlepedal
His way of holding the paintbrush could well be an effective way for avoiding stress on the joints.
Thanks very much, Rosaliene
I read your first sentence to “Goofy,” and we both chuckled. 🙂
You find craftspeople who are both skilled and cheerful.
A lovely network
Nick’s smile suggests he likes his work. Good thing since it looks like hard work over time.
8 hours non-stop yesterday – he aims to finish today because steady rain forecast for Thursday. Thanks very much, JoAnna
Good painters have comfortable knack for holding the brush, Derrick …
Thanks very much, Ivor
Years ago we had some painting done at a school where I taught. I noticed the painter hold his brush similarly. He explained that on a smooth surface he held is differently. But on a rough surface where he needed to ‘dab’ the paint on he held in the way you have shown.
That explains it. Thank you very much, John
You are very observant – and your dinner sounds delicious.
Thank you very much, Anne
Nick is an artist at his work and has many years of experience!
How wonderful to have him work for you! 🙂
(((HUGS))) ❤️❤️
Thank you very much, Carolyn XX
He knows his craft. A textured wall like that is not easy.
Thanks very much, GP
Good to see it’s all going well. Tricky weather this year. 🙂
Thanks very much, Quercus
I believe Nick got a paint job as well as giving one! Can’t wait to see the before and after photos.
Thank you very much, Judy
Love to see someone enjoying their work!
Thanks very much, Val
Using the brush and twisting it to make clean lines around the edges, that’s what I learned -a long time ago.
Thank you very much, Bridget
« entomological stowaways « I love that!
Thanks very much, Sheree
Entomological Stowaways! Grab your guitars, and let’s do some Heavy Metal!
Nick holds the brush as an artist, rather than a house painter.
He does. Thank you very much, Dolly
Yu are very welcome, Derrick.
Thank you very much, Dolly
You are very welcome, Derrick.
Very interesting, Derrick. Some people are naturally good at painting.
Thank you very much, Robbie. You are certainly one of them
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I love the term “entomological stowaways”, too. 🙂
Nick looks like he does very fine work. Good to hear the project is moving along well.
Your dinner made by Jackie sounds delicious, as always.
Thank you very much, Lavinia