Went up to Maine again on Friday with my travel art kit and a few postcard starts. The one I painted Friday started at home with a wash of bright reds. Also before leaving home, on a different day, I added two black "donuts"—a fitting motif because my dad
does like a donut every now and then! On still another day, just had to add motifs using my new gizmo from the floor of the hardware store.
Friday afternoon, I sat on the loveseat in the little nook off the dining area wondering what the heck I was going to do with this start.
Eventually, I made a mark. And off I went.
I know I'll have further fun when others comment on what they see in this painting.
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Postcard 19
4x5", acrylic and ink on manila stock
abstract
2016
[not for sale] |
Humble beginnings:
8 comments:
Another piece that glows....mmmmmmm. Also love the cascading movement from one side to the other.
Thanks, Corinna. That glowing red was very appealing to me also. Appreciate your responding to the cascading movement.
Omg, I love these colors! Looking forward to checking it out again after vacation. And no computer for a week!
Hi Laurie, thanks! These colors were singing a song to me, too. Have a grand vacation—where are you going? To pick up your puppy???
Hi Dotty,
It is really nice that those donuts fall of the painting. It gives the impression that the actual painting is a lot bigger, that we as viewers just see a little bit.
Simone, thanks for your observation. Unlimited donuts that go on and on! I love that my little 4x5" postcard feels like a painting that is a lot bigger : )
I love the exotic feel Dotty. I love the meandering pathway, and the delicate, elegant details. Again I am reminded of an elegant Chinese dress. Rich to the touch.
Sheila, I just knew you were going to find words for this card—it felt exotic to me as I painted it. I kept thinking India, which surprised me because I have no connection to India nor am I particularly drawn to its fabrics and styles … except, maybe I am! Love your picking up on elegant details and rich to the touch : )
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