Notes on art matters and encouraging others

Finding a Technique

To learn how to paint takes many hours of practice. Finding and developing a technique takes practice as well. What is very important in that process is to open your mind and let intuition take over, be curious, don’t be afraid to try different tools, surfaces, colors, medium. A lot of possibilities will be discovered and technique will come.

 

I meditate, exercise and pray. I do whatever I need to let go of my concerns and fear and have my creative juice flowing.


See my new discovery. This technique is called “Negative Shape Painting”. So much fun! 


 First, I started with a big mess of colors. I used acrylic paint for that stage.


Then, I painted in oil the background and carved a vase with flowers. 


Jolly Posy, oil on Canvas, 16"X12"

On this note, I wish you love, laughter, and loads of creative insights this holiday season! I hope 2018 brings you creative challenge and joy.

 

“For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." - Isaiah 9:6.

 

Merry Christmas and God Bless…

 

You may view more of my work and my workshop schedule at www.moniquecarr.com

 

Monique XX