Tag Archives: Wabi Sabi

Cold Wax …. travel to a new place

  Inspiration 1:  The Book Anything with “Wabi Sabi” has my immediate attention, as many of you have guessed by now.  Wabi-wabi Painting with Cold Wax by Serena Barton  is on my list of Great Art Books to read. Beautifully laid out, logically presented and is easy to follow along and ‘ad lib.    Continue reading “Cold Wax …. travel to a new place”

Softening the edges …art and nature

As many things do…. it held,  Promise. This old watercolor landscape. It sat upon the studio table among 20 others, all needing further contemplation, further work.         Watercolor Landscape Painting How old was it? How long did I hold it in reserve? I’m smiling…. it may shock some, but it is aboutContinue reading “Softening the edges …art and nature”

Addictive, Sheer Fun … Monoprinting

Addictive, yes.  But in a such a good way! This is the kind of Addiction, that is good for us.     Monotypes and Monoprints These were the focus for this week’s process…. at work.   They are two of the best techniques that I’ve used in sessions that always help participants let loose. ToContinue reading “Addictive, Sheer Fun … Monoprinting”

A Simple Pleasure, the flower

The taste of a petal upon the morning breeze. A simple pleasure, really.       Change of Plans I’d planned to write up a post on cold wax today; showing you a fantastic book I’ve read.  Plus a few art samples. My heart just wasn’t there.   I needed a zen stroll.  But, IContinue reading “A Simple Pleasure, the flower”

The Meaning of Doors….

Doors and Windows: they’ve fascinated all of us in one way or another for centuries. I’ve chosen them, as the Theme, for Term 1,  2018. Why? They’re interesting to paint, with great shapes and designs. However, its more than just that.     Art. Its not enough, just to paint pretty.  The aim is toContinue reading “The Meaning of Doors….”

Lovely Orchid Art

The colors of an orchid, delighting the artist within. The lasting after effects of Valentine’s Day. Its color, that touches the artist’s soul… more so, than chocolates.         In Love With Orchids   Orchids represent: beauty, peace, strength, elegance, perfection. Due to their symmetry, and the straight lines on their petals, orchidsContinue reading “Lovely Orchid Art”