Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Where I Am

One more thing....just in case you're interested  http://www.paintcampobello.com/
Cathy

Preparing for Plein Air

Hello to all my painting pals -


I spent much of this afternoon gathering together my "stuff" in preparation for next weeks experience in Maine.  Much to my delight, now that I've pared everything down, I will be able to manage without requiring a Sherpa.  From all that I've read, and all that I've talked about with Ed, I think I just have to get out there with the "limited palette" and pull together the essence of what I see.  I am also practicing deep breathing :-)  Somebody once said to me, "Stop sweating the small stuff."  I'm hoping that my right brain will totally kick in, and I suspect being outside, breathing the air and seeing the ocean might help.  Broad strokes, and lots of paint (right, Ed?).  


I do feel very fortunate that I've been able to spend at least one day a week for the past year (and then some) at the studio trying to figure things out.  Ed's energy, and the energy of everyone around me along with the comments and the laughter have been instrumental in getting me to this point where I feel confident, (very "sort of") to do this.  I can't tell you all how wonderful it was to hear your "Bon Voyage" yesterday afternoon.  I just hope I don't let you down.  I won't :-)


I'm hoping that this week of consistent painting coupled with all that I've learned and continue to learn with Ed will help me establish my own voice.  Wow, this could be the next artist statement....(yeah, right!)


Anyway, I intend to add more to the blog as the week goes on.  And, you know you all can find me at cathydellinger@charter.net.


More paint, more paint, MORE PAINT ;-)
Cathy