Stats: 8x8x1.25 in. oil on canvas
Playlist: Brazil Soundtrack
Beverages: Evolution #9 (excellent Washington white blend)
I've been remiss. This summer I have been doing more traveling than painting, and while this has resulted in a distinct downturn in "production," I have netted a lot of nice inspiration. This summer has been busy, hectic and hot. May and June were filled with local social engagements, and one of the most memorable was my friends' wedding. They had a lovely ceremony, a very classy reception, and the best part of all of it was having the chance to celebrate such an important milestone among very good friends.
Having a somewhat fluid concept of the passage of time, I somehow ended up with one of the bridesmaids' bouquets, which had been left I believe at the bar we went to after the reception. I thought I would try drying it and then give it to the bride, but that failed miserably. Not one to pass up a good, free still life model, I painted it first. I have not decided what to do with this painting - I haven't been painting these still lifes randomly for self edification recently. However, given that the bouquet represents such a significant event celebrated among good friends that intend to remain close throughout our lives, I believe I will give it to the Maid of Honor so that she is never lonely and always reminded of her good friends. Fortunately she has a spotty internet connection, so I am not afraid of her reading this post before I give it to her.
July followed with trips to Wisconsin, California and Maine, and I came away with some excellent mental images that will stand me in good stead for the next six to 10 months as I search for inner inspiration. I will post on these separately, since I took many photos of light rippling in the water, etc., that I would like to share with you. Now it's August. The heat seems to have broken, and I have commissions to do!
As a fair warning, I will be taking orders through the end of this week. Your deadline is Friday, 20 August if you want me to do a painting for you. After that point I will be focusing on moving overseas and will change my art objective from producing art to sell to delving into my craft and amassing a good body of work.
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