Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Let Go of Resistance


"Most of the shadows of this life are caused 
by our standing in our own sunshine," 
Henry Ward Beecher

That quote is so true -- as I emphasize at my workshops, relax!  Quit judging your work so harshly. 
Take time to appreciate the day, the cool air, the birds, the camaraderie of other painters and happy friends. 
Now it's time to paint. 
Breathe, appreciate, enjoy the process; fret not about the result.  Free yourself from worry - and let it FLY!

In January, I did a blog post at the request of Kelley Sanford on this very topic, where I discussed a few ideas for getting in the zone. 
(check it out at www.intheartiststudio.com)




"It is hard work and great art to make life not so serious,"  

John Irving




"Sunshine and Hope," 24 x 20,
Donation for Winship Cancer Center Benefit Luncheon,
March 1st


"Opening Night," 20 x 16,
Quinlan Gala and Auction, 
March 5th


"Possibilities," 30 x 24, 
part of Huff Harrington 10th Anniversary Celebration & Show,
February 27th



"Appreciation," 36 x 24, 
part of Huff Harrington 10th Anniversary Celebration & Show,
February 27th


"We Make Beautiful Music," 20 x 16, 
part of Huff Harrington 10th Anniversary Celebration & Show,
February 27th




And finally something fun, my paintings in the window
at Reinert Fine Art, Charleston, 
January 26th



So far in 2016, 
the primary focus has been on taking my own advice!  
Relax,  Stay in the moment,  
Release (self-imposed) pressure, Get back to the joy.

The joy truly IS in the process, not the result.  












5 comments:

  1. What a wonderfully inspiring post....the JOY is in each of us indeed! Painting brings me such peace in the painting process and that inspires me to paint every day. Gorgeous body of work Nancy...you are amazing. <3

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  2. Thank you Kathy! Hope you are doing great.... Nancy

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  3. I needed to see this post today! First off....incredibly beautiful pieces. The colors, the little birds.....love, love!! The words of encouragement! You are the bestest of the best! Hope the rest of your 2016 is wonderful! Thanks for taking the time to share your new works and thoughts!

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  4. Hi Carol! I've been missing you, girl... and thank YOU for taking the time to comment here. I think we all need to remember to get out of our own way ;-)

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  5. Happy to be at this crossroads of life, have painting, and still say "yes"... Thank you very much NF . Staying out of the box !

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