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NEW PAINTING Whirligig

 

"Whirligig," 24"x30", acrylic on panel, from the "Forest for the Trees" series. This piece, along with some sister pieces will be available in the very near future. However, if you simply cannot wait to make her yours because I love her so much and can totally relatem  let me know and we will work something out. And thanks so much for your interest in my artwork.

On Saturday I painted live with my online students, and it was such a wonderful session. They brought amazing questions to the table, and I was able to get a fantastic start on this piece. I continued to work on her the remainder of Saturday, but took yesterday off so that this morning I would have fresh eyes and be better equipped to evaluate things.

After a lovely yoga practice (day 109 of consecutively hitting my mat - go me!!!) and writing my morning pages in the company of my new kitchen mural, I came down to the studio and rolled up my sleeves. I'd say it's been a good day so far - progress on a number of pieces. And THIS. This one, Whirligig, got some final adjustments and is now signed.

I can't believe she came off my easel. One of my favorite things about being an artist is that I get to make things that don't exist anywhere but in my heart.

Thanks for taking the time to look at my work,
Be well and be inspired, Kim


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Recent online class content has included an in process video and a live demonstration on how I paint the trees, discussion on how to tell our personal stories in our artwork, a challenge to examine personality traits and how they impact our art practice, a presentation on embracing change and inviting new directions to our work, a critique of student work and much more. Reach out to discuss how my instruction can help you find your unique style.

 

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