Sometimes folks ask me how long I've spent on a painting. One time I said, "7 years" and I got this astonished look. The truth is, sometimes it flows and sometimes it goes and goes and goes. I'm sharing with you today one of those "goes" paintings. I did the original 3 or 4 years ago. I would take it out and look at it and then put it back in the closet. I don't know how many times I took a look and tried to figure out what wasn't working. It was just plain boring to me. Recently I started individual art classes and decided to ask the instructor for some insights. The more we talked about the work, the more it came together for me. The other day I pronounced it finished and hung it up. I like it now. Donna Zagotta says to not stop until you love it. That's why it can take artists years to finish a work! They've got to love it!
I thought you would like to see the before and after. This is the shoreline on Lake Michigan. One of the most beautiful spots on earth. Which one is your favorite? Please leave a comment.
