WHAT - an art walk in January, Part 1

Preparing for the Downtown Lufkin Art Walk on January 28 left me a bit overwhelmed.

It might be cold, it might be windy or it might rain- but why not? Sounds like a fun way to start the new year!
So many things to decide to display - note cards, fiber art pieces, clutches, linocut art prints, pastel, acrylic, oil, mixed media, collages, large pieces, small pieces, art from my books, my books!

To much. I thought about backing out.

When I feel that way, I’ve learned to sit back, be still, listen and wait. As a reward for my practice of patience, calm and peace replaced my concern.

I know what I can do now.

I know what I want to share.

No message could be more clear.

My gift to you will be PEACE.

I have a plan. Now to make it so.

Even though oil paint takes longer to dry, my emotions come to life through the complex layers of paint. The substrate should be a comfortable size, not overwhelming, just a gentle reminder of a peaceful sentiment.

Now, I must get to work.

Prepare the 8” x 8” wood cradle substrates, set up oil paints, cold wax medium, brushes, and various mark making tools in my studio.

May my devotion mold my work into blessings of peace.

More updates as I complete the PEACE SERIES.

Thank you for reading. : )

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