Since coming back to painting I have learned that I no longer enjoy the finely detailed painting I used to do. As much as I wonderfully appreciate realism in fine art, I have noticed that my heart beats quicker when I see expressive art, art that moves & seems to be alive upon the canvas. Reading the interview on Russ Potak, changed the way I paint.
When I started this painting today I thought of Russ's words... "reckless abandon" & went for it! When ever I would start to freeze, or want to fuss.. paint with abandon would come to mind & off I'd go. This painting resonates more with me than any I have ever done to date.
About the painting... under-painting in dark greens & shades of red. Most of the paint I used is real artist paint at last!! Liquitex heavy body in light portrait pink & titanium white, - Golden heavy body in Sap Green Hue, & Naples Yellow Hue,- Winsor Newton in Pale Terracotta. And Crimson, Scarlet, Vermilion, & orange in other brands.
The background was done entirely in the knife; brushes were flat bristle & a wonderful angle brush by Daniel Smith.
10 friendly thoughts:
I'm honored to have been mentioned in your blog, and thrilled to realize I had an effect. The interview was worth it then. A positive thing resulted.
Your work is spontaneous and exciting. I feel the energy of your work. Love it!
May the reckless abandon be with you.
Thank you Russ for your encouraging critique! Now I am the one who is honored!!
Very, Very beautiful! I am following your blog. Perhaps you could follow mine? http://bit.ly/dF9fmq
That is very lovely. I am still too stiff I guess. I can not seem to get away from it. :):) I am looking forward to seeing more of your posts. :)
Flower.... Thanks! yes, I am glad to follow your blog too! :D
Frankie, Thank you. I am still trying to loosen up.... today i tried to paint a landscape in the same manner, but without success. I think this will be something i will have to practice... seems odd to have to practice to become relaxed & loose!! lol :D
Wow, Diane, your painting turned out wonderful!
Happy painting- Mary
Thank you so much Mary!! As a true admirer of your work, i am truly honored!!
The red is luscious against the background!! Its so wonderful to read your explanations of your experiments and w-i-p. And, Thank you for visiting my blog and following :) I really appreciate it.
Very lovely Diane. Do you have an Etsy store for your paintings so we can see ALL your creations?
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