I have so many ideas but very limited time these days. I have decided that what I need most is just plain practice. I need to get back to the business of creating art.
I really like the painting of Aspens (at the bottom of my blog page). I think I am drawn to the rich color and the contrast. I also enjoy playing around with different techniques. Back in my undergrad days (13 years ago) I was a fiber artist. I love paper and sewing. When it comes to drawing, I prefer charcoal or pastels. I used to use oils but switched to acrylics when my first son was born. I also really like taking photographs.
So..... what I propose is it to create a series of small pieces based on color. I will try out various drawing, painting or multi-media techniques that I have been wanting to work on for awhile. Rather than having my work based on one specific concept, I will choose a color each week and complete a piece based on the color.
In response to the fall season and the beautiful leaves, this week, I choose the color scheme "gold". - I will post pictures and descriptions soon.
OOohhh!! Sounds great! Where do our color affections come from anyway?? You have inspired me to do a color inventory of my life!! I like how you have centered on somehting that will allow you to experiment and have the freedome to try new things and ideas. Very cool! Enjoy "Arting"!
ReplyDeleteYour life is at such a busy place right now, I'm not sure how you manage to juggle everything! I found that my own creative endeavors were shelved somewhat when my sons were younger. I admire your ability to multi-task!
ReplyDeleteAm anxious to see your color explorations and like the fact that you've assigned yourself a weekly goal.
I think this sounds like a great plan. The design freak within me likes the idea of constraining the proportions of the drawings/paintings/pieces to a certain size - so that they could potentially work as a whole piece at the end. Just a thought!
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