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When Art Starts Speaking Back
I’ve hung the four Abide paintings around the house to live with them for a while — ideally just to listen to what comes up. The final resolutions always seem to come when I’m not looking for them. Having the pieces nearby during the ordinary rhythms of life helps me see what they still need to become...
When the Finishing Touches Feel Hard
This week I’ve been deep in the finishing stages of my Abide paintings — that stage that’s supposed to feel peaceful, but usually doesn’t. It’s where I start second-guessing myself, overthinking every brushstroke, and worrying that I’ll ruin what’s already working. It’s always been the hardest part for me — the part where I constantly have to remind myself to stop striving and start trusting.
The Abide Collection: Now in Oils
We’re officially in oils on all four Abide paintings! If all goes well, there’s a good chance I’ll be able to bring the finished pieces with me to the Sheep River Library on November 21st. I’d love for you to experience them up close — photos never quite capture the light and texture the same way.
Another Painting in the "Abide" Collection Ready for Oils
I'm really taking my time with the large "Abide" works in progress right now as I strongly feel like I need to do them justice. I have a little more background to finish up on one of the larger works before the entire collection is FINALLY ready for oils...
Come check out my exhibition at the Sheep River Library
I spent the day setting up my exhibition at the Sheep River Library in Diamond Valley, Alberta - it will be up through to the end of November! I'll be there in person hosting a tea and coffee showing in November so stay tuned for the date...
