I have started the new year and new decade with a lot of painting mojo! In January, I was very busy and productive. Most of my works this month are what I call "Mindscapes," which means that they are scenes (usually landscapes) that capture my memory and feelings of places that I remember seeing, or that I just think I saw! So mindscapes are reminiscent of a place, and may look like that place, or they may just look the way that place made me feel.
I have also been following a couple of artists who put instructional and informational videos on YOUTUBE. These artists have a loose style and presentation that I admire, and which inspires me to be looser in my own work. The looser I paint, the happier I am!
The artists are:
* Walt Gonske (my favorite): www.waltgonske.com. You may remember that I posted about meeting Walt at his home studio in Taos, NM last September. I have the photos to prove it! 😄
* Michael Chamberlain www.chamberlainpaintings.com. This fellow is fun to watch because his videos are a combination of art instruction and travel log, and he visits some interesting places.
I created a lot of work in January. I won't show you all of it, just a few of my favorites. These and others are available at my beautiful new website on FASO at JRSecorFineArt.com. I have three collections on my website: Southwest Landscapes, Seascapes and Still Life. Please check it out when you have a chance.
January Favorites
Cool Spring Day, 12 by 16 on canvas linen panel. The cold of winter has left the high desert, and the smells and colors of spring are starting to emerge.
The Livin' is Easy - Southwest Grass Plains. 18 by 24 on Heavy Linen Paper, done with large brushes.
And a few more selections from my January exploits.
Winter Peace
12 by 16 on gallery-wrapped canvas
Dusk Settles on the Desert
12 by 16 on gallery-wrapped canvas
High Country Winter
12 by 16 on canvas panel
I hope you've enjoyed this update. Thank you for coming by and please come back and visit often, and don't forget to check out my FASO website at JRSecorFineArt.com.
