Dear Art Lover,
Well, yesterday concluded Italy’s version
of the winter holiday grouping. Wise men
delivering gifts, and a witch brings things to children here… she is called the
Befana. I actually enjoyed Christmas
this year in my new home town and with a dear friend who came to share in it
with me. Although I went out on New Year’s
Eve and had a nice time, I still found myself a bit down. NYE just does not make sense to me and yet,
it still reminds me of how fast life is zooming past. The depression likely stems from my lack of
efficiency in the "productivity of art" department. Then I give myself a kick in the pants, right
about the time I have to pay my Texas State Sales Tax! (20 January)
I am working on a charcoal drawing I have
wanted to do for years now. And, typical
for me, there is always a point in which I fear that I do not have the skills
to do what I envision. It feels like
pushing that boulder up the mountain. Perhaps
that is a bit hard on myself, though, because I do not often have a clear
vision of the final look. I have learned
that each artwork changes a bit. It must
be some weird collaboration of materials and mind.
In any event, here is a sneak peek at my
latest effort. I have been wondering if the use of alcohol will help get the
effect that I seek. I do not mean the
kind that you drink… or as my father likes to quip, “Drink up and make me look
good!”
Peace,
Kelly
