March 16, 2012

How I Paint















I thought I'd take pictures as I worked this week on a new painting. I wanted to have it completed by Friday but it didn't work out that way. I'm sharing anyways because it shows a bit of my process. Anytime I'm having difficulty overcoming painter's block or being a perfectionist about what I want to do, I pick up a bottle of paint and squeeze out a bit on the blank canvas. This takes away the pressure of it being perfect and then I'm free to play.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend!


Posted by
Labels: , , ,

27 comments :

  1. JoanneMarch 16, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    I always find it fascinating to watch art-in-progress. So much comes into play all at once ... the mind, visuals, hands, connections, adjustments. Thanks for sharing your creating today.

    ReplyDelete
  2. Rebecca GomezMarch 16, 2012 at 8:56 AM

    Thanks for sharing this. It's good to be reminded that art is often better when it's NOT perfect.

    ReplyDelete
  3. Carolyn DubeMarch 16, 2012 at 9:24 AM

    Happiness is getting your hands in the paint! So cool to see it progress and grow! Thanks for sharing.

    ReplyDelete
  4. NettyMarch 16, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    Thank you for sharing your art process, brill. Happy PPF, x

    ReplyDelete
  5. The WaitsMarch 16, 2012 at 10:43 AM

    im glad you posted about that! I love seeing how artists work!!
    looks like fun!
    -m

    ReplyDelete
  6. AnonymousMarch 16, 2012 at 11:11 AM

    You're not afraid to use your hands I see! ;-)
    Did you get my etsy order?

    Have a great weekend!

    ReplyDelete
  7. UnknownMarch 16, 2012 at 2:22 PM

    Great advice...look forward to seeing where this goes... :)

    ReplyDelete
  8. carol l mckennaMarch 16, 2012 at 2:58 PM

    Fascinating and love the color palette you chose ~~ thanks namaste, Carol ^_^

    ReplyDelete
  9. Sadee SchillingMarch 16, 2012 at 3:20 PM

    I love seeing your in-progress photos! The drips are my favorite part.

    ReplyDelete
  10. AbelaMarch 16, 2012 at 3:46 PM

    It is very insructivo see how you can reach the creation deuna work, used used all hands, brushes...Saludos

    ReplyDelete
  11. DebbieMarch 16, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    I always enjoy seeing how artists work. Sometimes just starting something, even if you're not sure where you're headed is all it takes. Good luck with this piece.

    ReplyDelete
  12. DebbieMarch 16, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    I always enjoy seeing how artists work. Sometimes just starting something, even if you're not sure where you're headed is all it takes. Good luck with this piece.

    ReplyDelete
  13. Mary C. NasserMarch 16, 2012 at 7:56 PM

    So great to see your painting process of adding and subtracting! :)
    ♥♥♥
    Happy PPF!!
    Mary
    Mixed-Media Map Art

    ReplyDelete
  14. PetreaMarch 16, 2012 at 11:34 PM

    Thank-you so much for sharing your process. I love having a behind the scenes look into other's processes. Looking forward to seeing what happens next!

    ReplyDelete
  15. Hybrid JMarch 17, 2012 at 1:04 AM

    It is always great to see other creatives process. Thank you for sharing!

    ReplyDelete
  16. Anne MandaMarch 17, 2012 at 5:42 AM

    Thank you for sharing this! Happy PPF !

    ReplyDelete
  17. HeatherMarch 17, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    thanks for sharing the process - i agree, sometimes artist block comes and it can be so frustrating....i always just pick up a pencil and start drawing to try to overcome it - have a great weekend!
    happy ppf

    ReplyDelete
  18. Paula - Buenos AiresMarch 17, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    Oh, I worked with the same colours this week! Enjoy creating. :)

    ReplyDelete
  19. JennMarch 17, 2012 at 10:16 AM

    I love that art helps us overcome perfection! Yay for embracing imperfection and just going with our inner expressions!! :)

    ReplyDelete
  20. carlareyMarch 17, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    There is nothing better for a creative block than just starting to splash a little paint of scribble a bit, suddenly your mind just opens up.

    ReplyDelete
  21. EVAMarch 17, 2012 at 10:54 PM

    Great seeing your process and your WIP - looks like this will be a fun piece!

    ReplyDelete
  22. sandMarch 18, 2012 at 2:33 AM

    looks like an amazing painting! love the insight you've given us into your work in progress!

    ReplyDelete
  23. UnknownMarch 18, 2012 at 2:45 AM

    I do really enjoy watching the "making of" of you great artists. It inspires me. Thank you for sharing!

    ReplyDelete
  24. Jen @Sadie InspiredMarch 18, 2012 at 5:36 PM

    Oh, I love to see the process Catherine. Looks like a bunch of fun. :)

    ReplyDelete
  25. NordljusMarch 19, 2012 at 7:16 AM

    Great colours, and nice to see the process. I know the "perfectonist" problem. I'm looking forward to see the finished piece!

    ReplyDelete
  26. AnonymousMarch 20, 2012 at 12:11 AM

    This is wonderful! Thanks for letting us take a peek at your process : ]

    ReplyDelete
  27. Tracey FKMarch 20, 2012 at 8:23 PM

    love to see the process and can't wait to see the next step... it is hard to post unfinished work isn't it, but this is pretty just as it is...xx

    ReplyDelete

Thank you so much for your visit. I love hearing from you and dearly appreciate your comment!

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)