Monday, December 14, 2015

When a Painting Style Evolves

"Do You See What I See?"
Acrylic, 6x6"
Opening Bid $45

This painting was inspired by a photo by Mark Muir on the Paint my Photo site.  Until recently, I have painted from life and from my own photos.  They say that an artist should paint from their own photos, because without direct experience of the subject matter, the artist cannot have a genuine emotional reaction to the reference.  Perhaps...  

However, I found it very liberating to paint from a photo someone else created.  I was able to focus on color, form, effect, without being so tied into what was "real."  I was able to play with my materials and bring something out from within me that may not have been possible had I been having a genuine emotional reaction to my own reference photo :D

Beginning January 1, Leslie Saeta will be hosting another 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge.  I believe I am in!  I want to continue to explore this new way of working.  I'm interested to know which of my artists friends are joining in, too...

And, as an aside, a very Happy Birthday to my wonderful mother!! 

10 comments:

Anonymous said...

So nice to see this on your blog, I like it and that you have expanded your perspective and keep growing. Thanks for the birthday wishes. Love you!

Meredith Adler said...

Thanks, Mom! Wasn't sure how you would like the painting, but I knew you would appreciate the birthday wishes. Glad you like the painting, too!

Jerry Stocks said...

So great to see you posting again. I love the painting and your new direction. Will be fun to watch you in Leslie's challenge. Been missing you.

Meredith Adler said...

Awwww, thanks so much Jerry. I wish you would join me on the challenge??? :) I miss you, too, and we need to talk!

Mary Maupin said...

Wow, Meridith! I love that you're following your heart in this new direction. what fun!

Mary Maupin said...

Meredith, another comment: Do this same painting 4' by 4' and see what it feels like!

carol edan said...

What a surprise!!! Your posts go directly in my "art" folder which I opened after inbox.... Love your new direction!!! Also thanks for reminding me of PMP... lots of good references...
See you on 30 x 30!!!!

Meredith Adler said...

Thanks, Mary! And what a good idea to play larger!

Carol, wonder why my paintings go directly to your art folder, how weird??? Glad you like the new work! Yes, 30 in 30, we're in it together this time!

Nelvia said...

Appreciate what your thoughts are on working from photos, and others photos. I couldn't agree more as I think we do put our experience Into another's photo and come up,with something unique. If you found PMP you will always be inspired by both the photos and the other artists. Will enjoy your journey.

Meredith Adler said...

Thanks, Nelvia, I appreciate your thoughtful comment. Nice to know you have experience with PMP, too!

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