Original Painting: 12" x 4"
Oil, alkyd on gessoed wood
Hanger installed on back.
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I am always jealous of artists who are able to capture their subject matter with a few quick and sure brushstrokes. The skill of these artists give their paintings liveliness and energy, as though the work was spontaneously executed, easy to do, no sweat. I do know better than that. As Edgar Degas noted, "Painting is easy when you don't know how, and very difficult when you do." (This statement sounds better in French, too.)
Meanwhile, back in my studio, I still cling to my love of subtle blending of colors. For some reason I find it exciting to have one color transition into another. It seems magical to me, even when I am the one doing the painting! Still, I am sneaking more lively brushwork into my paintings lately, as you can see in the upper portion of today's painting.
The Sunset Strip Series allows me to do both—brushing on some quick dashes of color and experimenting with some interesting color transitions.
By the way, Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there. Enjoy your day!
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