In much of my life, I am a planner. I make zillions of over-achieving to-do lists. I like to know my hotel plans have been made for shows months in advance. I like to know what my schedule is. And, while getting on some waiting lists for shows--Belleville, Cherry Creek & Old Town--means I am almost there, it reeks havoc with this planning sensibility I have. But when it comes to painting, I prefer to let the paintings make the decisions. Too much preplanning equals static art. I think. So, while the underlying substrate color dictates a few colors I will use, I prefer to work through the piece with no preconceived notions of what colors will be in use. I think the art is better for that. Do you?
Yes, I am with you on colors. When I have begun with a color concept and poured my skies often what the paint does changes my entire direction. Days become nights and nights days. I love working with totally new subjects because I like the journey they lead me on.
ReplyDeleteSaw your booth at the Abq show just as someone was carting out her purchase. Hope the show went well for you.
ReplyDeleteI don't do much planning when it comes to art.
Thanks, Paula.
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