Monday, February 1, 2010

I await joyous surprises while working, an awakening of the materials that I work with and that my spirit develops. -Odilon Redon

I'm feeling a little Redon in the studio right now, both in color and application of paint. I didn't intend to paint ala Redon, in fact I just recognized it this afternoon. This painting that I'm working on is about dance and painting. I was inspired by the dancers and dance that Susan Lloyd put together after visiting my studio. She choreographed a beautiful dance about what I do. Now if only the painting can be half as good as the dance!
With this painting I want to capture what they were conveying in their dance; the inspiration, tension, joy and generosity. I've struggled a little bit but it's getting there.

Below is a painting by Odilon Redon called, Two Girls Among Flowers. I love the dreamy atmosphere.

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4 comments:

  1. FifiFebruary 2, 2010 at 12:22 AM

    red, yellow and blue are the colors of my country's flag:Romania

    I admire your work

    thanks for share with us your work

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  2. thedoodlegirlFebruary 2, 2010 at 1:25 PM

    Oh my! This piece is absolutely beautiful! I love the line work, expressive color and attention to detail. Very impressive!! I just love that Susan Lloyd!!

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  3. Laura AFebruary 2, 2010 at 10:38 PM

    Fabulous color on your painting. Very bold and confident.

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  4. JethroFebruary 5, 2010 at 10:01 AM

    Wow! I really like this one!

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