Two Fruits

 

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Did you know you're supposed to eat two fruits a day?  My husband told me so, plus 3 veggies a day.  He always shares what he finds on the internet.  So now you have met your daily fruit requirement.  I'm just doing my part to keep you healthy and at your best.  Seriously I couldn't think of a title for this painting until I remembered the two fruit requirement.  Done with fruit moving on! 

I really went loose this time around with the big one inch brush and I'm applying more paint.  The smaller brushes are still in use for the little things, I'm trying to keep it that way for now.

Stay well!

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Caring for acrylic paintings or any paintings:  keep them out of direct sunlight and the weather elements.  Seems logical right?  For an example my mother (who was an artist) towards the end of her life started hanging her paintings on a covered patio in Arizona.  The patio had a misting system plus the desert temps provided high heat.  Both caused the paint to peal away from the canvas.  I understand she wanted to decorate her patio but not a good idea with original art work, use prints or ceramic pieces.

Air Acrobat

 

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Storks seem like acrobats to me, they have to be pretty good at aerial maneuvers for precision landings on those high up nests.  From an art perspective the design elements in this photo were too hard to resist.  I cropped the photo to concentrate on the one stork.  It was fun seeing what the big one inch brush would do in small areas but I have to admit that I did bring in the smaller brush for some details.

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Navigating Stripes

 

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The pears look like they are sitting in a sea of stripes, so it seemed Navigating Stripes was a good title.  There's something about stripes and polka dots that add vibrancy.  I rely on them a lot for inspiration.  

I stopped varnishing my paintings, it seems to flatten the brush work which I work hard to incorporate.  I use professional acrylics of good quality and they will last a long time if well cared for.

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Feeling Spring

 

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I needed some still life subjects, so these are no occasion flowers that brighten my studio.  And the lily smells so good!  I'm still working with the one inch brush and loving the look.  I've been trying to let go of details concentrating on shapes and values, the larger brush has been a big help.   Experimenting with different tools and techniques keeps me inspired.  There is something about this painting that reminds me a little of Van Gogh's style, I think it's the flowy leaves.

Little over a week to get my second vaccination.  Yahoo!

Keep well.

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Virtual Winter Drawing Class 2021

 My drawing class came to a close this past week, always hard to say goodbye to students but exciting to see them grow and learn.  My students help me become a better teacher and I learn from them continually.  These winter classes are a good way to spend a long cold winter, keeping me occupied and giving me a way to socialize through this pandemic.  And they socialized!  It was great how eager and open they were.  I hope you enjoy their beautiful drawings.  I have another drawing class starting the end of March through Rumriver Art Center Anoka MN, I'll post that info soon.

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Balancing Act

 

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I hit a dry period.  Maybe it's the COVID, maybe it's winter or a combination of both.  Inspiration came by way of another artist who paints loose with big brushes, 1" and 2" flat brushes.  It drew me back to the studio for a go at it.  The first painting was a bust but I learned something and this one has a lot of energy.  

Spring is on it's way, received my first COVID vaccination last week and I'm ready for normal.  Much to be thankful for.  And my drawing class ended this week, I will be posting some of their work soon.  

Stay well!

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