I decided to try and dabble a little with oil painting. I don't know how to paint, and knew nothing about how to start. But I had been watching the BBC series, "Simon Schama's Power of Art". http://www.bbc.co.uk/arts/powerofart/ I had learned that VanGogh had not even starting painting until he was in his 30's. Although I am sure I will not be a Van Gogh, it was inspiring to try a new art form I had no experience with. My first painting was of a sunset, it did not turn out to be a masterpiece to say the least. I then thought it may be easier to imitate another's work while learning more about techniques. I decided to imitate "Id" by Cakaj. Here is the original "Id" and my interpretation "Ego". (Id is on the left, I'm sure it is obvious...but just in case). I found the experience to be a little frustrating and very messy. My least favorite part was cleaning the brushes. I would like to paint some more, but think next time that I will do a little more reading on tips for oil painting before I blindly dive in. Here is a quote by the man who inspired me to try my hand at oils
If you hear a voice within you say "you cannot paint," then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced. --Vincent Van Gogh
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Experimenting with oils
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I like your painting, Manders. I think you put Cakaj to shame.
I love your painting. I am also very happy to own more than my share of your artistic endeavors. Keep up the good work!
You never cease to amaze me.
Way to silence that nay-saying voice, Amanda! Thanks for starting this project, too. I'm excited about doing something each month with you guys. :)
Thanks Garrett, I am always having to tell the voices in my head to shut up, except for the voice telling the other voices to shut up which would be weird if I told that voice to shut up. I am getting confused, this is why you shouldn't talk about the voices arguing in your head.
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