There was a lot of fog hanging in these mountains this morning. I am falling in love with the palette knife. Thanks to the knife, I was able to work quickly and have a blast, too! The scene was changing rapidly as the fog shifted, sometimes completely obscuring the view, sometimes obscuring just part of my composition. I had to roll with it, by sticking with my original idea for a composition and wherever the mountains peeked out at any particular moment, using them for color reference only. I actually painted two of these, but am saving the other for tomorrow's post, just in case!
Watchers, the most important thing about today's painting is the part where I had a blast. A couple people have written to me mentioning they hadn't thought about using a palette knife with acrylics but are thinking of trying after seeing what I've been doing. I cannot say enough times, "Try it, try it TRY it!" You may fall in love with the palette knife, too...
Shifting gears here, I must ask for your help with good thoughts and prayers for my sister's beloved 2 year old dog Claire, who is presently hospitalized and literally fighting for her life.
My sister Jackie's words, in part:
"Claire update: We have a diagnosis of Immune Mediated Thrombocytopenia (ITP). This is an autoimmune disease where the body attacks and destroys its own platelets. This makes it impossible for blood to clot. An animal is at risk for spontaneous hemorrhage if their platelet count is under 50,000. Claire's platelet count has been zero the last 2 days. So, she's bleeding and her blood count is dropping so she's getting weaker."
Claire is receiving the best of care, has already had a transfusion and sounds like she needs another one. I know Claire is a beloved member of my sister's family and will be given every chance possible for recovery. Everyone is trying to keep up the hope, and I hate seeing my sister and the family so devastated. Their hearts are heavier than this morning's fog...
If you are so inclined, any positive thoughts, prayers and energy would be appreciated towards Claire's speedy recovery. There is a 7 year old child involved.
Thank you so much...
16 comments:
Love this!!! Isn't the knife wonderful.... Hey did you get any of those "paint pushers" ? A friend of mine brought me one from the states!!! They are great pushing wads of paint!!!
What I see and what you see are different... saw an interesting post on 30 30 ... she said , not direct quote, that it doesn't make a difference what the colors are as long as the tones are correct....
Love the simplicity and the naive quality!!!
I am so sorry that your sister's dog is in serious condition. How hard this must be for everyone. Yes thoughts, good intentions and prayers for Claire. I love animals and we had a big scare this summer when Bitsy came home with severe fractures and needed surgery and metal plates put in to help her mend. So good wishes for Claire and everyone.
I thank you so much, Susan, and I'm sure Jackie will see this and appreciate it, too. She probably won't comment because for some reason, her computer will not let her comment on my blog. I hope Bitsy is ok??
Thanks, Carol...I didn't get one of those "paint pushers," but I think I know what you mean--something I sent you a link about once? I sort of decided I would make a mess with one of those and make a mess of it! How do you like yours, though?
So sorry about Jackie's Claire, she's in my prayers. What a terrible thing it is to see our furry family members suffering.
Your painting just gets better and better. I love seeing them every day, they surely brighten my day up.
Meredith, I see you are trying something different and new. You are a good example I hope to follow this week! Sending Good Thoughts and Prayer for Claire.
Thanks, Jen and Jacklyn...I am sure my sister will appreciate your prayers and good thoughts. I appreciate them, too...
I guess I didn't know that I should not use a knife if I paint in acrylics. Hehe. Very sorry to hear about Claire. Prayers for her and the family.
Thanks for your prayers, Sharon...how did you like using the knife?
Beautiful and so interesting to see what new (t0 me) techniques you are using and enjoying.
As Claire's Nana, I would like to thank Meredith's watchers for all the prayers and positive thoughts. Sunday things started to improve and although she's not out of the woods yet, there is now cause for a bit of hope so thank you all again.
Thanks, Mom!
Trying to leave a comment here. It has not allowed this before, but let's give it another try! Meredith, your painting, as always, is beautiful. You blow me out of the water with each new work you put up. I'm so impressed and proud.
Secondly, thank you for putting my Claire Bear on your blog and to those who commented, I appreciate all the good thoughts. It's been a rough 5 days, but hopefully the news just continues to be signs of improvement. We'll take all the positive energy we can get as this is going to be a long haul for her. She's young and strong though, that's GOT to help, right?
Jackie
Look, out, my biggest fan has just figured out how to comment on my blog! Jackie, I am so glad Claire is doing better, and looking forward to hearing more good news later tonight....hang in there...
It worked, it worked! I'm LOVING all of your new work. However, I need you to move to Massachusetts so you can come administer Claire's meds. I don't have what it takes. I'm wearing most of the liquid she was supposed to get a bit ago. Help! Keep up the awesome paintings. My office could use some large works of art. Oh wait, i can't afford your art, and I just had an outrageous vet bill! But at least I can comment on your blog now. Not sure why it works.
Jackie--so glad you can leave comments on the blog, now. I feel like I'm fastening my seat belt for a fun ride! Sorry about Claire's medicine--let's talk about it...
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