There is a mindfulness needed to paint. A way of quieting my mind so I can concentrate without emotions and stray thoughts. It is like meditation. I can't always go there but when I do I'm usually happy with my painting outcomes. These turnips were really hard to paint. The past couple of days have been very upsetting. I feel terrible for all those involved in the shooting in Newtown. My sister lives in Connecticut and knows a young music teacher whose jazz concerts she's attended and whose child was shot and killed. We can try and put a stop to this if we stand together. If you are interested in helping, here are a couple of links for petitions for gun control.
Here's a New York Times article worth reading
Beautiful in its simplicity Robin. Happy Painting.
ReplyDeleteI have not painted well since Friday. I have painted to help my brain and soul relax but the news put it into upheaval. So I know what you are talking about.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful painting.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the petitions and article. When will this end?
I value the camaraderie of the artists I've met on DPW. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI saw this on DPW and loved it!! The shadows,the brushwork all speak to me! Its been hard thinking about the lives lost,painting for me is always an escape.
ReplyDeleteSoooo nice. Love the shadows
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