The journal this month is small, 8"x 5". I prefer a larger format, but working with what you have is half the challenge. One of these paintings will span two pages and I will still have to trim it down quite a bit. I actually like cutting up paintings when I am done. Creating new angles and paper shapes. Sometimes I am happier with the finished work after hacking it up some!
Occasionally I like to add some pen and ink to watercolor paintings, or even sharpie markers. I haven't decided about these yet. Once my entry is done, I will take some photos of the journal, including entries by the three previous artists.
Last night I dreamed of painting half the night... they were peaceful dreams. The night before I made coasters in my sleep... and I woke up tired! I think I should put brush to paper every evening.
Wishing all an art-filled weekend, filled with peaceful dreams.
oh those are such nice flowing colors, at the last minute I left my canvas, brush and acrylic paints in the bus as Gary was worried we'd be overweight in the motorhome, I wish I had them now, I may stop and get a few, you have inspired me.
ReplyDeleteOh that's too bad... I am sure they didn't weigh that much! You should get a new supply. If you can't do clay you can at least paint to satisfy your artistic soul.
ReplyDeleteNice color...I like the way you blend them and leave hard edges. I always used to crop my drawings and paintings. Why emphasize what you aren't satisfied with?
ReplyDeleteit is hard to tell folks that making pots for a living is different than just playing with clay.
ReplyDeleteI read, cook and do other things to relax away from the clay. Love your paintings.
I've now got two journals with work so good it's a bit intimidating. It's not like I can place a pot in the pages. This has been a fun project.
ReplyDeleteLori, that means I will probably have two journals in September if things keep up the way they are going. Maybe we will eventually catch up if each of us mails the "missing" journal a little earlier each month! I already have a plan for that one in my head, perhaps I can get it done quickly.
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