Sighs of relief

Yep, you have seen this before. This is my rendition of Georges Braque famous painting. I was commissioned to create this and then an additional complimentary painting. It was outside my comfort zone but I jumped at the opportunity.

Here is the partner to the above painting. The instruments are from the same era. This one was a bit more challenging since I was basically made it up as I went along. I have taken a sigh of relief that they are done but still am holding my breath that the clients loves it. Gulp.

I have also taken a big step in my career. I am hiring a temporary assistant. I seem to be unable to get an upper hand on maintaining all my 'fires'. After much pondering and discussions with my manager ( my honey) in the board room (hot tub) we have decided to bring someone in for a few months. Gulp again.

Growth and change can be good if it's managed right. As I said last week, it's called a comfort zone for a reason. So, here's to a little discomfort!

New Pony

I love Signore Greve. I have painted him dozens of times but he still makes me smile. I love how easy going he is, I love all his travels and adventures. And I love the boost he has given my career.

No artist wants to be a one trick pony. You know what I mean. There is ONE thing they can paint and one thing only. Now, I will never be a portrait artist or an architecture artist but you want to have a range. That's why I was excited when a patron commissioned me to recreate a painting from 1908.

This is my interpretation of Georges Braque's " Musical Instruments" painting. I am very happy with the results. It is totally out of my comfort zone and that is where the excitement came from. It is really opposite of my style. It's soft, organic colors and loose lines

forced me to paint with a different pony. My patron also asked for a companion piece. After studying music from that era and Braque's style I create a sketch to match the above painting. I will be sure to post that when completed.

I hope to ride my Greve pony for many,many years to come but sometimes that pony needs to graze and take a breather. I really appreciate that my patron saw more to my talent than a guy on a bike.