Thanksgiving Thanks

This Year I have TWO Large ART Thankfuls: Kindred Spirits & Artistic Growth

Kindred Spirits: I am Thankful for my Art Friends

Plein Air with my Art Group

An Unfinished Look but I love it

I love admire and respect my art friends, many of whom have been making art years longer than I. If you are not or have not made art you may not realize how hard it is -- how hard it is to get motivated, how hard it is to build skills, how hard it is to sell. It is a dedication, often with little to no reward. I spend several hours a week with my fellow artists. They are great motivators and great sounding boards when I have questions. I can chat with them about classes, workshops, and even get instant critiques on my art. You my creative kindred spirits help me get through the tough weeks, I appreciate you.

Love the pink & got her attitude

Artistic Growth: 

My Favorite Model - Santa!

As I reflect back on the last few months, I want to focus on my growth as an artist. There is no one Aha Moment but I know and feel that I am bettering my art skills. And my style has evolved to be more fresh and expressive; this is a culmination of many things. I have been working with a mentor, I attend a monthly art critique group, take art classes, work on art at home and en plein air, and read art blogs and books. Whew! It has taken much work to get me where I am today and sometimes I feel I have art successes, lately now more than ever. I am excited about the future which does perhaps include my work in a few art shows.