Now I know there are artists out there who paint to their own tune. They can pick up a brush at any time, conjure up a great picture in their head, and go. They forgo technique and training and create a fantastic piece that sells for thousands. Sadly, that is not me.
This past weekend I dedicated myself to my creativity. I drew and shaded, came up with a number of great ideas for my canvas, and sat frustrated while I attempted to piece together on paper what I saw so beautifully in my head. If I hadn't been so calm at the time, I would have thrown that drawing pad across the room. Ever felt like that?
Well, good news. We are not the only ones. Like most artists, famous or not, painting with a sketch or picture in front of you is a must. Not only do you maintain perspective when your mind takes you in so many directions, you also give your paintbrush purpose. I needed a great picture I could follow. Realizing I couldn't copy someone else's image because that would just be stealing, I remembered this great shot I took with my camera last summer. Hallelujah for my grocery store's print-in-seconds kiosk! What a life saver.
So now I have purpose, my color-blocking has begun, and I am on a roll. Here's what I've done so far:
It's a 30" x 40" canvas, in oil, and I'm feeling really good about it. My hope is that it turns out good enough that I might actually win something in the Kansan's Paint Kansas competition. Wish me luck. I wish you luck too. Maybe we'll see each other there.
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