I've been busy (with my sister) moving my mom into an assisted living facility so studio time has been minimal at best. But, with that said, my studio practice has been ongoing. I am revisiting some old ideas: hidden and revealed, earthen materials. These things ground me within my creativity. My latest painting shows these reflections and I am excited about it!!! I have been in a transitory state with my work and finally feel like I am onto something that will take me in the right direction.
The exploration with line, shape, color, form, and texture all have come to fruition in this painting - at least that's how it feels to me. I was looking at some photos from Yellowstone that were sent to me from a friend who had vacationed there and something resonated within me when I saw them. I have gotten away from the earth in my work - it always grounds me. The wax I use is from the earth, yes, but the viseral connection I have with the earth has been missing. Something so obvious yet so far removed - small lightbulb, dim wattage!!! (It's one of my favorite sayings when I miss things....)
This connection I have with the grit of the earth, the feel and texture of it always seems to feed my spirit. I think with all of the theory of art I have been researching has influenced me away from this grounding (that I so desperately need). It felt like I was returning to a sacred and familiar place. So I want to explore this more - create more works that keep me there. I want to creatively explore this concept and think I am going to be at it for awhile.
The creative atmosphere is still one of prayer and contemplation but the point of departure and the relationship between that and the earth will hopefull manifest within the work to produce truly meditative pieces.
So, that is it for now. Until next time, take care, enjoy and G-d bless!
