WIP 3

July 04, 2012

WIP 3

This week I had to do a little demolition on the triptych I've been chipping away at. The trees weren't working for me. I tried salvaging some of it but they look like they're in a wind storm which bothered me. Sometimes, you just have to accept that you have to undo what you've done to make a piece better - even though you've spent a lot of time on something. It's a little painful but it has to be done. I need to spend some time thinking about what I want to do with the doors.

I also spent more time on the flowers - still so much to do but I've really been enjoying it. Feels good to be painting again.

In other news, my favorite former painting professor, Meri Bourgard is having an open studio this September in Brooklyn. She is an amazing teacher and a wonderful artist. You can see her work at her site: www.meribourgard.com.

Happy Independence Day!
- Ereisa

Jul 4, 2012 5:48:08 PM | Artistic challenges, Painting, Triptych, WIP

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