Identifying THE Most Important Thing To Do
In the previous post, I asked the question: What is your most important creative work? And I suggested an activity—answering … Continue Reading Identifying THE Most Important Thing To Do
Fields and Clouds
Don’t try to paint good landscapes. Try to paint canvases that will show how interesting landscapes look to you — your pleasure in the thing. ~ Robert Henri in The Art Spirit When I passed by this Wisconsin farmstead on a … Continue Reading Fields and Clouds
There’s an easier way to be
To be, or not to be, that is the question. Shakespeare’s Hamlet is contemplating death and the unfairness of life … Continue Reading There’s an easier way to be
What does fear of failing prevent you from doing?
An essential aspect of creativity is not being afraid to fail. ∼Edwin Land I painted in my twenties and thirties. Then … Continue Reading What does fear of failing prevent you from doing?
Daily Practice is Fun!
I joined artist Mary Glikerson’s 5-day challenge last week, and finished five quick studies (see here) for the challenge. The challenge was to paint for a set amount of time—20 to 40 minutes—and to stop when time was up. The … Continue Reading Daily Practice is Fun!
It’s a New Year
“Hope” 8×6″ oil on linen panel. Updated January 10, 2018. Last year began well, but health problems surfaced in April that … Continue Reading It’s a New Year
