Making a start...2022
Three little paintings on paper
which will make greetings cards.
Although abstract in appearance and design,
they gave me a feeling of the sea.
'Early Riser'
Acrylic on paper
Just broad brush strokes and a
few scribbles for interest.
'Through the wave'
Acrylic on paper
Reminiscent of the beach
and waves, a circular mark
with a pen nib ties it all together.
'Beside the seaside'
Acrylic on paper
This one has a jolly feeling
like a childhood summer holiday.
The three abstracts join a growing pile
of cards for me to use during the year.
Some will be in my studio for sale
during my summer Open Days.
I like to vary the pictures, some are more
realistic but still in a loose and atmospheric way.
Below are three 'seascapes'...
'Stillness'
Acrylic on paper
The paper is A4 size 250 or 300 gsm weight
divided into 4 sections with adhesive tape.
Marks are made with a flat synthetic 1 inch brush
and my palette is limited with 3 or 4 colours
which I mix and blend along the way.
I begin with a simple sweeping motion right
across the paper and more paint is scrubbed on
roughly forming an impression of 'sky and ground'.
As I work, a seascape emerges.
Nowhere in particular, it's just what seems
to come from the marks and shapes.
'New day'
Acrylic on paper
I am making these pictures as a series of coastal studies.
Some are lighter and brighter, others are dark and moody.
My aim is to make an atmospheric picture.
I am more interested in a feeling rather
than a photographic image.
I really like an uncluttered painting with minimal fuss
which is helped by using the 1 inch wide brush
so I don't tighten up too much.
The paintings are around 3 x 5 inches.
'Silent times'
Acrylic on paper
This one is definitely a moody scene.
I was tempted to lighten it but resisted
and now I am happy I left it alone.
It adds a sense of mystery.
Finally...
a view from my wild garden.
A view towards the west boundary.
That's all for now...
Thank you for visiting.
Anne
