I thought it would be nice to show you the stages of this painting. Blue is a commission I recieved,and, lives in my collectors personal wellness space.
This is the last post of the 30 DAYS OF PAINTINGS challenge. It has been a very cathartic experience. I have learned so much, that was unexpected. I faced the intimidation of social media and learned new ways to view it. Learning new ways to communicate and venturing beyond my comfort zone. Learning how to share with an audience.
While naming these paintings I became aware of what I was processing while creating them. At the time I didn’t really think much about the emotions behind the act of painting. I was putting color and texture down on a canvas, feeling some peace and calm, taking a vacation from life. Like many, I have had many big changes in the last 4 years and my go to survival behavior is tops down the emotions and keep going, but, pretty soon you dont feel anything. That no longer works for me. Feeling life, being a participant, showing up for myself and creating the vision in my head.and heart is a new goal for me. And I am. Not easy, but, well worth it! Painting has been a safe and calming way to process those events, and emotions.
Art feeds and nurtures my creative spirit and honors who I am. I can see my best self. I like who I am. Painting is therapy and healing and inspiration for life. I would love for others to feel the same healing and inspiration. Even if they don’t feel like an artist. I want people to feel good about themselves and see the value they possess. My plan is to incorporate those values and ideas into my new goals and direction. It is an exciting road ahead.
