Being an artist is kind of a funny profession/life. I spend a lot of time alone in my studio working on paintings, collages, and sketches. I get really excited when I explore a new direction in my work. It might be a technique or subject matter. It's hard to know if my work will resonate with others or if it's just me who is excited. I want others to like what I'm doing...that's human nature. And nothing feels more personal than a piece of art. I am exposing my soul on a piece of paper for others to see and judge. It feels all to reveling at times. I know I can't please everyone and I must satisfy my own creative needs, and desires first. If I am afraid of rejection I wont grow. I have to be willing to stretch and take risks. When I take risks...great things happen...not when I play it safe! Its okay to be afraid...as long as I don't let the fear paralyze me.
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Take a risk and come try something new. I want to share how this wonderful medium of Japanese papers and watercolor can awaken your creative spirit. I am teaching this workshop in San Diego March 10-13 and Palos Verde April 4-5. I promise to inspire, encourage and awaken your creative spirit.
Happy Creating!
Brenda
That is so beautiful Brenda. Wish I could attend your workshop but I am in England. Have you ever thought about teaching an online class?
ReplyDeleteLynne
Lynne, Thanks for asking...it looks like I'm going to teach on line! I'll reveal more information as dates become available.
DeleteThis piece has so much depth and energy. The paper texture really adds so much to the vibrant colors. It's never easy to take risks but you never know what you're capable of unless you do. Your blog is a great inspiration to me.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the positive response, Joy!
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DeleteThis is truly a lovely work of art. Your work is very inspiring.
ReplyDeleteYour watercolor work is always colorful and vibrant, but with these stained paper collages (this piece and the Poinsettia you recently posted) I see a vibrancy and depth of color unparalleled! Congratulations on making this artistic discovery.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Stacy!
DeleteIs the Palos Verde class in Rancho Palos Verde? Thanks... seeing if it's not close enough to relatives for me to consider. I'm so wanting to take one of your classes... but I'm in Arizona. ;)
ReplyDeleteIt's California, Katie. Maybe next time!
DeleteBrenda - so gorgeous - wish I lived close enough to take a workshop from you. Your art is always so lovely. Hope you have a wonderful New Year.
ReplyDeleteAny chance you would do this workshop at Dillmans this summer?
ReplyDeleteI would LOVE to take this.
Hi Ginny,
DeleteThis summer I am teaching "Negative Painting with Watercolor", at Dillman's. It's a very popular subject. Hope you'll think about it!