This painting o' mine is completed. I think. Okay, I am sure I will still pick at it and add little highlights here and there before I call it done.
Somewhere, somehow, and from someone, I had a photo of this scene. I have no idea who sent it to me with the suggestion that I attempt to paint it. It immediately grabbed me, and I knew I would try to do just that. I could not decide if it would be suited best for acrylics, watercolors, or pastels. The pastels won out. I like the freedom they give me when I use them.
I worked on it far longer than I typically do any of my paintings. It sat on my drafting table while I hovered over it working the pastels into the mix. I had to keep getting up and walking away from it at times. I was not getting the depth right. It was maddening. I finally put it on the easel. There, I was able to work more easily. I could see where details were necessary to give it a three-dimensional quality.
It was a nightmare and a pleasant dream. A source of frustration and delight. An exercise in futility and small success. And through it all, it still brought me contentment. I am certain that is why I play with my paints. They do take me to a place inside of me where tranquility exists. I need to visit it often.
The husband wants this painting for his office. My daughter wants it for her room. My son simply says he likes when I use pastels. And I? I want it for myself.
"If you hear a voice within you say 'you cannot paint,' then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced." ~Vincent Van Gogh
8 comments:
Great painting. You did a wonderful job.
I think it's wonderful. I can see why the family is fighting over it. I wish I could have a stake in it as well.
Greg
It's wonderful that painting can do that for you. I need to find what does it for me.
What a beautiful gift you give yourself....the yin and yang of your art. Lovely to the max!
And the finished product? Incredible, my friend.
Love,
Nancy Pea
What a wonderful God given talent you have!! This painting is absolutely beautiful!! I've always admired anyone who can paint, draw, etc. I'd love to be able to do that! Both of my children have amazing talent also that I've been able to enjoy through the years. I hope you're having a great day.
Take Care,
~Bilinda~
I love it- didn't realize you were so talented. I've always said I can't paint, but have never actually tried too. After seeing this, I just might give it a shot. Who knows? I doubt it will be as good as yours, but it makes no sense wishing I could do something without even attempting to see if I'm able to do it. Thanks for sharing your work. If I had this painting of yours I'd have it hanging in my living room above my bookshelf. There's a mirror on the opposite wall so I'd get to enjoy your picture (twice),
hugs, love & prayers,
Barb- http://journals.aol.com/barbpinion/HEYLETSTALK
Beautiful! I love when you share your paintings with us! :)
jackie
I just love your painting, Nikki. Very nice.
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--Tom
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