Let's talk about this past week, which turned out to be more like three weeks – a bit of a surprise, even for me.
I've been working on larger pieces, which naturally take more time, but I didn't anticipate it dragging on this long.
I had three paintings in the pipeline, but even with that, the time didn't quite add up. It seems that when I tackle several large paintings simultaneously, there's always one that doesn't quite hit the mark. I can't help but notice flaws, especially now with the insights gained from the Mastery Program.
I have a large older painting hanging in my living room and now, with the training from the Mastery Program, I can see all its shortcomings – composition, colour, lines, you name it.
Unfortunately, I've stumbled into similar issues with one of my recent large works. Rather than scrap it entirely, I see it as a learning curve – an opportunity to step back, rework some areas, and take a few risks, and simply finish it next week.
Despite the setbacks, there are bright spots. Giselle and Nadine, two ladies that emerged from the canvas, turned out quite well.
It's a sign that I'm honing my ability to recognise what works in a painting and what doesn't.
I've also been experimenting with incorporating more written elements into my larger pieces, which has been refreshing. Cutting new word stencils has injected a new dimension into my work.
With only four canvases left to complete the portfolio section, the end is in sight. Questions linger about the pace and structure of part four, but I'm ready to tackle them head-on.
