Is restraint good?
A viewer recently said he liked
my more restrained paintings.
Before I go full speed into
making more of these...
I shall be careful.
This is only one person's point of view.
Another viewer could prefer a lively picture.
We all have our preferences.
This is what makes art so exciting.
This picture is a similar palette but quite busy.
It is a 'virtual' crop of a larger piece.
Taking a personal route...
I paint for my own enjoyment
and try not to be too influenced by comments.
It is an easy trap which can stifle one's imagination.
This painting can be viewed 4 ways.
This aspect focuses on marks and contrast.
If it is rotated...
the image is suggesting a landscape.
Two ways of viewing.
'Differing Views'
Oils and cold wax medium on 16x16 inch canvas
Back to a restrained palette...
Another re-worked painting this week.
'Parting ways'
Oils and cold wax medium on 16x16 inch canvas
Finally...the full picture.
I might title it 'Restraint'
Oils and cold wax medium on 24x24 inch canvas
I shall leave my thoughts here
for you to ponder.
There may be more restrained paintings to follow.
Until next time,
thank you for visiting.
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