My blog buddy, Jo, always inspires me with her art. I wanna be more like her, although we could be long lost sisters as it is, but I want to do my art on a more regular basis - like her. A few years ago, I did a painting a week. Maybe I will try that again, sort of. I think this summer I will try to do and post more art - on a daily basis - yikes! The art could be anything from a drawing or a painting to a photograph or some project that requires creativity around here. We will see how it goes. I'm going to give it a try, but not make any promises.
With the longer days, you'd think I would have plenty of time to get some art done. Since I'm not doing my art classes, you'd think I had more time for myself. The truth is that summer does get busy. For some reason, Toby thinks if it stays light until 9 PM, you ought to be working until 9 PM. Last night, he brought home a new/old chicken coop. Unloading it was not a problem other than the dust. Then we worked in the barn - I'd try to explain what we did, but it was kind of wild and consisted of a some sort of heavy pulley thangie hung from the rafters and chained to the scissor lift. We lowered the lift, which has been stuck in full lift and broke down for years. It was a dirty, dangerous job. I sneezed my head off and my nose was totally stopped up by the time we came in. Not pleasant work, but it was good that we gotter' done.
My first Summer Art is a watercolor. I stole this photo from a friend's FB page. It is Darcy's daughter. It is not the first photo I've stolen. Anytime I see something paintable, I copy it to my "Possible Art" file. Anyway, if it is out on the Net, it seems fair game. If someone has a problem with this, let me know. Darcy's daughter seemed an appropriate subject for my first Summer Art project.
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Don't you just get irritated at computers. I was reading this on Firefox and I cannot comment in this type of comment box there. So I have to try to recreate my lovely comment again on Safari. Sigh....
Anyway, I said something like: Boy, you give me a lot to live up to in your post. :) I haven't been too consistent with my art lately either. Sometimes the stated commitment helps.
I love the watercolor of Darcy's Daughter. You inspire me to try more watercolor. It would be so handy when we travel. An older art acquaintance gave me a bunch of full sheets of watercolor paper. Looks nice, so maybe ........
Interesting how one chore leads to another, eh? Lots of work. You will have chickens to sketch, that will be neat.
I like yer "Summer Resolution." It's always a great good thang when you publish your art... that really makes my day.
As for photos bein' an inspiration... it's where ya find it (inspiration), innit?
OMG! You captured my granddaughter's spirit so well in this watercolor ~ Now I need a copy of it framed ;) My heart is swelling knowing Darsey's photo inspired your hand in this particular watercolor. I remember feeling the same way when you captured Steve Gorsich's portrait, a few years back. Janetta & my whole family were truly amazed with the likeness! What a gift you have....so happy you're inspired to do a painting a week! Good luck dear friend ~ Happy Summer!
Jo, a clean, white sheet of paper is always an inspiration. Watercolor is handy - one of the main reasons I love it.
Buck, "Summer Resolution" is exactly what I meant, but was afraid to say.
Nancigail, You know this picture is yours. How could I keep a painting of someone's GG from them. Been thinking about your family lots this past week.
Really?? I would love, Love that! Troy & I will be traveling a bit this Summer - to & from Amarillo & RR.....maybe we can make a plan to stop by for a visit. Keep me posted as to when you'll be home, & I'll do the same!
So grateful for your thoughts on our family ~ this time of year is always rough. Your beautiful watercolor is a breath of fresh air, & we Thank You!!
I love the watercolor. The little girl seems so full of life.
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