word 15 of 30
garumph {8.25" x 5.25"}
acrylic on board
when I sent hanttula a request for words, he sent me this odd list that I wasn't sure what I was going to be able to make out it, but it turns out to be one of my favorite pieces. I love the idea of a sad carnival dog…{who knew a borrowed book {I finally got my own copy} would lead me down this path. that the circus and carnival theme would be one that I am not only attracted to as a painting series, but also in my photography.}
I am going to explore this image & idea a bit more.
I have always loved the whole size relationship, as an element. I think Johanna does it wonderfully…but I hadn't really found the thing that clicked, the idea that sang, a moment that didn't feel forced…and these last two words totally broke through that block for me. I test the 'waters' in the next word as well…
I am so excited I made it half-way…for awhile there I was afraid that I wasn't going to & now I have a slew of words that are going to force me to push my envelope. Finding a schedule has definitely helped. Painting during the day…coming inside to sketch at night when the light begins to go.
Headed south tomorrow for a little friend & beach time.
Have a great weekend.
June 22nd, 2007 at 1:59 pm
lovely wendy…and i love how you talk about your process!!!!
Have a great weekend!
June 22nd, 2007 at 7:50 pm
Wenders!
You’re having another one of your “giant leap forward” periods here in terms of material and technique. Can’t wait to see more!
June 23rd, 2007 at 12:47 pm
Great one lady! I love the doggy, he’s amazing. Have a great weekend!
June 24th, 2007 at 5:00 pm
i love this! a giant dog!
June 25th, 2007 at 8:55 am
This painting is brilliant!!
June 25th, 2007 at 7:21 pm
julie - thanks…I am glad my process makes some sense.
dayan - thank you so much friend, your encouragement means a lot.
johanna - we have to catch up soon.
marsha - glad you like the giant dog.
melanie - big smiles.
June 26th, 2007 at 12:27 am
i agree
with johanna
and
i love
the perspective
on this piece!
June 26th, 2007 at 8:50 am
oooh, i love this painting!!!
June 26th, 2007 at 9:33 am
this is a fantastic painting wenders. now, i’m wanting to see all of your cirucs themed work in one place! want to come to durham for an art show? xox
June 27th, 2007 at 11:03 am
gwen - thank you, I am trying to play with sizes.
lia - thank you so much & thanks for stopping by.
shari - oh I’d love that. {what I am aiming for - a circus show}
June 29th, 2007 at 9:25 pm
:)
July 3rd, 2007 at 3:15 am
just fell in love with this one - so very beautiful!!