\Peared Up, 12 x 9
Lately, I have been painting a lot, re-working things, and generally being less than thrilled with the results, i.e. "ease and flow" have not been my companions of late! Above is a small "warm up" study, done in 15 minutes, that I like better than three other pieces which I have been "over-thinking," (one example below).
I spoke with my painting friend, Bill Davidson, today about a plein air event, and told him I have been spending lots of time, resulting in not much, and he said "Uh oh, you're getting ready to grow!" Well, I certainly hope that's the case - and that better times lie ahead!
French Bottles, 30 x 20
On a positive note, I taught a FUN workshop last Sunday, my first at Huff Harrington Fine Art. The gallery setting was lovely, with French music piping through the rooms - and sunshine beaming in the windows. It was a great group of painters--who did 3 paintings in about 3 hours, and seemed to enjoy it too. Wish I had some photos of the proceedings, but I was running around so much, I forgot to take them.
Well... I like both of them, Nancy!
ReplyDeleteThe workshop sounds wonderful. Can't wait to take another one with you! I so enjoyed my time with you in Atlanta recently!! '-)
I love the delicacy of your work. Your paintings are so quiet, yet so alive, and always beautiful.
ReplyDeleteDo you post your workshop schedule? I would love to come take some classes with you.
I especially like the "pear". Lovely soft edges and colors.
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ReplyDeleteLucky students at the workshop at HH! I am hoping to get in the June one. And fall ones for sure:)
I love the peared up pear. Wonderful- you represent simple yet elegant! You say a lot with just a simple pear- beautiful. Really like the french bottles- reflections and shadows are gorgeous!
I just know that those paintings you think are not good enough are still spectacular- If all that is a sign of growing then...me, too!!
Take care!
Both are very beautiful! Love your calligraphic "touch."
ReplyDeleteLovely pear painting. Thank-you for sharing Bill's words. Things must be in the air for change.
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