Anglican Church in Port Sydney © 2009 Michelle Basic Hendry
The best season for exploring off water in Muskoka is definitely early Spring. Once the snow is gone and the trees have not yet opened their leaves, secret places are revealed.
Old buildings and pieces of long abandoned equipment and vehicles are most visible. Although, not everything needs to be sought out in this manner – there are jewels such as the Anglican Church in Port Sydney (above) that is a beautiful piece of active history that is easily enjoyed at any time of year.
Muskoka Abandoned © 2008 Michelle Basic Hendry
The house above, I discovered in late Spring last year and nearly got eaten alive for the privilege! It was, however, a beautiful and worthwhile find. I have seen it painted recently by the very talented, Neil Sternberg.
Not every building I photograph gets painted. If I did, my archive would last me for years! Only some buildings, however, inspire me to go further. The house below is one of those. This is the house in Twilight and this image will likely be a painting soon.There is a great story on this house on my website and I hope I will be adding to it soon. I hope to meet with the owner in the next week or two.
Derelict Muskoka © 2008 Michelle Basic Hendry
I have some catch up to do with paintings that have been in limbo on the easel due to my less than stellar health in April. I am still not 100%, but I hope to get back on track next week. I am looking forward to my next road trip up in the Huntsville area. If you know of any sites I should visit, please comment!
The Uffington Church, according to a friend, is nothing but posts and a roof. Soon this building will permanently pass into history. The gentleman that is reclaiming the wood has kindly offered some of it for a frame which I hope will be finished some time before my birthday in June.
Linda Blondheim
May 2, 2009 at 7:04 amGlad to see you back out in the countryside Michelle, after a long winter.
Love,
Linda
Jennifer Rose
May 2, 2009 at 7:12 amthat is so nice that the gentleman offered you some of the wood 🙂
I would love to explore those old buildings! they just seem to be more alive to me compared to houses now
kaslkaos
May 2, 2009 at 11:45 amYou need a break. Hope you get your walk in the woods. Wildflowers are lovely now.
Lana
May 2, 2009 at 2:06 pmFeel better soon.
Huntsville’s beautiful, all around! The only time I was there, unfortunately, I was picking up a friend from the hospital, so I had no time to stop & marvel at the spectacular nature in the area. I envy you your trip!
I love the bright red roof in that 1st photo.
Patrick
May 6, 2009 at 4:14 pmMichelle,
Congrats for the photo with the red church and also for the “SOLD” mention under the house painting 🙂
Michelle
May 7, 2009 at 10:15 pmThanks, Linda.
Jennifer Rose – They are more alive. They have amazing personalities, just like our own elders!
Ingrid – I do need a break. I have tried to squeeze in a day here and there. It is crucial because it is affecting my art. But then, I have been writing more.
Lana – The Huntsville area is amazing!
Thanks, Patrick. I am learning how much people LOVE intense colour!
Heather
June 8, 2009 at 5:43 pmLove the church with the red roof…
Muskoka Abandoned is interesting in it’s own right…the lush green leaves contrasting with the aged building!
Can’t wait to see the paint of Derelict Muskoka!
The Muskoka area is beautiful…my daughter and I truly enjoy our Fridays at the Rosseau Market…there is always something to see during the drive to and from…
Cheers