This is a picture of a painting I am about half done with. I do not paint very often and do it for entertainment purposes only. There seems to always be two critical moments during the painting process (and any other creative endeavor). 1) The moment when I have to make a big decision and commit to a direction. Like one of those books I loved when I was a kid. “…if you want to go into the cave turn to page 112.” There is a 50/50 chance that cave will be your doom.
2) The second moment is deciding which brushstroke is the last. I usually keep going too long. Often, in an effort to fix moment “1”.
This photo is at stage one. I now realize that the painting looks better in black and white. Maybe that is my painting style: bad technique and use of color fixed with photoshop! 8)
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Very nice piece!
Thanks! 8)
Two very tough decisions, Katie. The easy one was voting for your lovely sunset photo! Well done! xoM
Aww, thanks 8)
I like it! I recognize your style but it now seems bolder, more confident. Keep it up.
Inspired by a book you suggested 😉
Thanks
I admire those who create art, because I can barely draw a stick man. My vote is in for your photo. Good luck!
Thanks!! Stick people can be great! Just finger paint in wavy lines and, wala, art 8)
Ah, the similarities between painting a picture and writing a story, especially the knowing what the last brush stroke should be…and what the final sentence should be. There’s a connection of uncertainty–and of joy–in all creative endeavors.
Excellent post!
Absolutely. Thank you for the wonderful comment. Enjoy the rest of your weekend 8)