Is Your Studio a Sacred Space?
“Sacred space and sacred time and something joyous to do is all we need. Almost anything then becomes a continuous and increasing joy." What you have to do, you do with play. I think a good way to conceive [...]
Tell Me More about that Picasso
Last week when I posted about that wonderful Picasso painting, a friend followed up by asking me what was the title of the painting. I was so taken by the painting I forgot to find out the name! By [...]
Looking at the Pros
I’ve been looking at this picture lately. Clearly not my work. I’m sure you recognized the style and Picasso came to your mind before you even began reading this post. I love how it feels unfinished. Picasso one said [...]
Bold Moves in and out of the studio
I wasn't getting that feeling; the one I usually get when a painting has settled into permanence. Something wasn't quite right. I looked and looked. (remember last blog?) Even though I photographed the work, removed the edging tape and wired [...]
How many times can I sweep the floor?
The painting above is called Puttering. It is 40"x 30"x 1.5". There are quiet and loud conversations in the composition. Drips, lines, geométricas and even an "x" create a delightful backdrop for the lobster orange and cadmium yellow pigments. This [...]