Frustration, Failures, and Unfinished Paintings

  Being a creative individual is a beautiful experience, except when it’s not, and when it’s not, it’s no fun at all. In recent weeks, I’ve been through ups and downs with my painting. I’m trying new things, taking different

Some Things are Better Left Undone

I know I’m not the only one who tends to “overwork” paintings. Whether it’s in watercolor or oil, I’m constantly tweaking things when I should put down the brush and leave well enough alone. I’ve ruined countless paintings that way.

It Had to Happen

I couldn’t get the shapes right. I couldn’t get the colors right. I couldn’t figure out where the lights and darks should go.