I managed to get a this piece of artwork signed off today – as in, my signature has been put on it so there is no more work to go into it.

In the beginning I was all excited about being able to collage found objects and be able to get something natural into my paintings. I recall mentioning that I have always felt a bit guilty that I am not a more \’outdoorsy\’ person – the lure of technology has always had it\’s hand over me more than is necessary, So when I came across the idea of putting things that I found while walking the dog, or pushing my son about in his pushchair, I was thrilled.

I still am in a sense. Overall, I am pleased that I managed to pull the idea off and not just get distracted by another idea or start a second painting in this \’series\’ without finishing this one – an all to real concern in my humble opinion – don\’t get me wrong, I often have several paintings on the go at once, but I like to keep them to individual ideas, rather than letting one get swept away as another jolt of inspiration comes swooping in.

Also, in this painting is a colour I managed to pick up from the local Hobbycraft store, which I absolutely love! It\’s called Pistachio and it\’s a System 3, Daler Rowney. I picked it up from a box of paints that were on sale so I got it for a song too. I think it helps to bring a bit more light to the painting. I always feel a bit more \’enlightened\’ when I find a useful colour that I know I will use in future paintings.

The next image I have planned in this nature abstract series will involve some items that I managed to get from the beach while on vacation in Sutton on Sea, so I am hoping to create something with a bit more of a seaside feel to it.

Until next time
<3
Jenn