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Trying to pull up a visual emotion to paint from is difficult for me. Impact worries take over, is the artwork meant to be or not. Painting a scene as the source of reference has issues, but not as much emotional mining as an image that at first sight of it, was a big wow moment.
A 40 inch by 53 inch canvas physically feels stronger than 5 inch by 7 inch canvas you hold in your hand. Bigger impact.
Now that I can (almost) easily navigate around my easel space to paint again, I’m pondering what I want to achieve instead of what can I do. Do I continue with old projects I let go that were started months ago or start fresh? So, I gave myself permission to just grab what’s around and let worry take care of itself.
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| Ink & watercolor drawing started last year It was on the floor between cabinets. Placed in front now for me to see and consider what next. |
In the photo, my stuff on the floor next to my recliner. Tissue box on the right and charger cord hanging down on the left.
Good luck with whatever you decide. I know you will make the right decision. Janice
ReplyDeleteThank you, Janice
DeletePutting effort into not over thinking is sort of fun.
May
I find that piece of art fascinating to look at, May. The colorful circles, half circles, domes, spheres. And the other things in the space catch my eye and I start to wonder about them. Then I zoomed in to see what was in the bottom right corner, suddenly the tissue box became recognizable. I thought it was part of the painting!
ReplyDeleteBecki,
DeleteThe photo is a quick view from across the room for an email. The tissue box
adds my stuff pile vibe. 😂
May
What an interesting piece of art! I like all the circle bits and shapes and how you've shaded and coloured them.
ReplyDeleteLorrie,
DeleteThe background color will be the last addition.
May
I love your ink and watercolor piece. I'm not always a big abstract fan,, but I am always so attracted to what you do, especially with the shapes.
ReplyDeleteJeanie,
DeleteUsing rulers, jar lids, and templates to draw is fun.
Try it out with watercolors and waterproof ink this summer.
May
Sometimes the best thing is just to start with no second-guessing and trying to come up with the 'perfect' size/technique/whatever. Just do.
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