My daughters and I were painting together yesterday; we haven't in a very long time and were all really enjoying the opportunity. The girls painted flowers on used, empty glass bottles. I wondered what I was going to work on so decided to mill around in my "stuff" to see what would inspire. I had been working with "splash painting" and had leftover splash backgrounds I hadn't used. Lately, horses have been strong in my mind to attempt to depict, but the many line drawings I tried just weren't working. I pulled out one of the empty splash backgrounds and immediately saw in the brush strokes the outline of this horse staring back at me. I immediately put to working on it.
The outcome is surprising because the palatte is random and "out of the box". Have you ever seen a horse with pink eyelids and a blue neck? My hands were obviously leading ........ so, I followed. I never went in with so little thought to composition and I worked with my fingers, brushes and palette knives .... felt wonderful !!
I gifted it to Amy for her living room...she fell in love with him. Amanda approved, as well.
Please feel free to comment. It's helpful and inspires me when you do....
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Wow! I'd say you've found your style. It's beautiful. You have no worries... don't be so hard on yourself.
oh my, he is beautiful! I love your lines and your colors This is really a wonderful piece. I hope to see more on your blog.
He's beautiful! love the colors!
You know, the one sketch I get the most comments on is my tree-woman (it's on my header). I went in with no intention whatsoever. I was watching television, looked down and there she was. Unfortunately, that kind of zone is difficult for me to get in to, so while I await my next one, I practice, practice, practice, so I'll be ready!
Amazing work. Love it. I think you are finding your voice!
I love it when that happens, nothing wrong with blue horses!
Great work.
Seems that you were totally at peace as your worked. What a pleasant state of mind:)
This is wonderful! It's so spontaneous and free, and the colors seem just right! Congratulations, and welcome back!! nancy
So cool! Keep up this vibe, it's fierce!
-Eric
This is gorgeous! Welcome back
I love how loose it is. There is a freedom and so much emotion in your painting. I think you might be on to something:) I love painting with my fingers, sometimes it is good to get a little messy!
Finally I get to see another piece from my favorite Artist! You know I love your work Tracey. This piece gives me the sense of a very gentle, peaceful soul thats within the heart of every horse. You can tell your mind, heart and soul was in a good place while working on it. You were surrounded by family you love and it came through on "Azul"
Love Mary
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