(one of three pieces I have just finished for a gallery down south)
So... I have been telling myself that this will be time for developing and exploring new ideas. I really want to develop a few new background techniques and create 5 - 7 characters (I know I want one of them to a viking descendant). I am not expecting to get all of this done in the two days, but I want to make a damn good start on it. I also want to document it in my work book, something I used to do on a regular basis, but I don't think I have done an entry so far this year, in fact probably not since my exhibition in October last year?
I have also been having an internal battle lately with what I think people want to see and what I want to do... I am not sure these are the same thing, or maybe they are? (I do worry what other people think, which can be quite exhausting). This is the reason why I want to create a series of characters that are all different but belong together, maybe represent a small part of myself that the viewer will find they can also relate to? I see them as being my own bunch of super heroes.
Oh and by the way... I have a print up for grabs at New Zealand Handmade if anyone is interested...
10 comments:
love the idea of a series of characters, painting them would be such fun :)
This one is absolutely adorable. LOve love love your work!
xx
Beautiful work Katherine! As always. :)
I think whatever you do will be beautiful. I struggle so much with what I think people want as opposed to what I enjoy producing. I end up really confused. Lol.
I am looking forward to your super heroes! Katie would like to see a cat woman! :)
Love your work and the gorgeous colour palettes you use!!
I also struggle with the what I think people want versus what I want to make, it can be a real brain strain and doesn't seem to get me anywhere whatever I decide. Thems the breaks I guess ;)
Micki x
Katherine, be true to you. Paint and draw what you like, have fun creating new characters and it will show in what you produce. I look forward to meeting them. Be brave, be positive, be happy.
Michelle. :D
Your style is UNIQUE and nothing needs to change:O)I to through thinking of what people want as to what I want:( Neverending Have a great time creating:O)
I'm rooting for your super heroes. :)
My, she is beautiful, loving those pastel shades. cheers Marie
The eternal struggle! What will intrigue and romance people and what expresses the true soul of the artist! I think we all struggle with that but just in case you are wondering I've enjoyed everything of yours that I've laid my eyes on:)
Just stopped by to say 'hi'. Love your work :-)
Julie
http://www.maxiesknitwear.blogspot.com
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