Oil in public. My first alla prima.

It's clear that the European impression of Americans is that we all know how to barbecue. I hate to disappoint.

To make friends, frequent a place. The barista at Cafe 4 Gatos called me "amigo" today. Baby steps. Poco a poco. People are generally friendly. While painting this, people watched. A man from Senegal shook my hand. Then asked for pot. I didn't have any. I hate to disappoint.

Instant friends. We shared a piece of time together. Time pie. Have a slice with me. I miss you.