I've learned to be wary
of those times
when I think I know
what I'm doing.
I've discovered
that my best work
comes from
the uncomfortable
but fruitful
feeling of not having a clue—
of being worried,
secretly afraid,
even convinced
that I'm on the wrong
track.
Dani Shapiro, Still Writing
On my easel
 |
| detail work in progress, 20 days in, 5/8/20 24 x 48" on canvas |
 |
| detail work in progress, 20 days in, 5/8/20 24 x 48" on canvas |
6 comments:
Not having a clue....every day in the studio! ha ha! I am drawn to the bottom detail...those scribbles behind paint that have me wondering what else is hidden in there.
Not having a clue: curse and gift, yes? Can drive me crazy but it's what keeps me coming back.
Appreciating your feedback—I can have such trouble covering up what becomes the 'what else hidden in there' but of course it's what creates the wonder and curiosity in the end. It's that depth and mystery and curiosity about what's hidden that pulls me into paintings.
Your quote so resonated with me. I am in The middle of a group and I haven't
a clue what I am doing and how I got there. Is there some magic in painting? Not getting attached is making you more free!I love your little snippets
As I think I commented yesterday, most of my recent posts get written about a week before they actually get published, and by the time they do hit the airwaves I am SO in need of what I've quoted! Practicing nonattachment is a lifelong lesson. Glad to know you enjoy these snippets, Carol. Thanks!
While painting this rooster, that thought echos in my head... "she doesn't (me) have a clue". Haha. You are a Master! Love your scribbles. :)
There are two kinds of not having a clue, don't you think—happy and not so much? Either way, I realize now in a way I didn't when I first began painting that not having a clue is part of what pulls me to painting.
Post a Comment