Charles E. Burchfield (1893-1967)

92.                Aug 5 - 14 -

     During this period I got to work on some of my frames. I have long had the idea that I could take two small frames, and by piecing, make a larger frame, and then concealing the joints with plastic wood. It worked out very well, and I find I will be able to make all of my frames for the larger picture. I have done some with the matts.

     Having my bench out in front of the shed, it is pleasant working, especially if it is a mild (CD) day.

     Gas rationing registration yesterday. I have applied for additional rations - the thought of not being able to go out at least occasionally in the car is depressing. [i]

                   Aug 15 -

     All morning on the frames - then I felt the need of getting out and doing some painting so strongly that after lunch, I hurriedly gathered together my stuff, packed a lunch, and went out.

     South thru Boston Valley to the Genesee Rd, thence eastward to the Pratham Rd, north on it to first road and turning east. Here I found my subject in a little lone farmhouse, framed in by the half-arch of a maple, close by the road.

     Hardly had I started, when dark storm clouds appeared in the west. The last gleam on sunlight before the clouds spread out, lit up the bleached dead grass beautifully. I worked rapidly, first having gotten my umbrella ready, in case I needed it. It was well I did, for thothe worst of the storm passed to the north, at times