I'm always looking for subject matter. The search can be frustrating because for me if the subject matter isn't perfect, I know I won't be excited about the process of painting it. My image files are literally full of images I can forsee as a painting, unfortunately time never permits painting all of them.
I usually squeeze in a painting because I'm so excited about the subject that I can't wait to start a painting and then time is just relative. I'll paint til 2:00 A.M., if so inspired.
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One of the most surprising places I've found captivating inspiration has been National Geographic Magazine. I'm always drawn toward ethnic costumes, the color, the folds of fabric, the rich values and texture and a chance to explore a culture unknown.
The above painting is a good example of a painting inspired from a magazine photo. Isolated and interpreted by the artist to become a work of art instead of a page in a magazine.
6 comments:
So beautiful colors :D
I never get to paint with real brushes, I can't mix the color...
I love this color and the draw
but I miss the face
Ciao :D
I was interested in reading your Journey Back To Watercolor and to see your comment on blog of Jane Freeman, whom I consider a dear friend. You have some lovely work work here, hope your journey continues to bloom.
Vera Dennen
www.ecoartist.com
Your work is so beautiful !!! I love it :-)
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