Ravenous wolves
I watched a pack of wolves lope across a meadow near the South Fork of the Shoshone River last week. They’re beautiful but they’re also apex predators.
How to become an artist
When you want something badly enough, you’ll find a way to do it., as insurmountable as your goal may seem.
When life blindsides us
In situations of extreme stress I fall back on the wisdom of “How do you eat an elephant?” “One bite at a time.”
The value of system
Systematic paint gets the mechanics out of the way and makes room for true creativity to emerge. It also helps when time and pressure threaten to derail you.
Don’t take it to heart, or so they say
Experts say that we should see criticism as an opportunity for growth, a spur to improve. I’m 64 years old and I’m not quite mature enough yet.
Let’s paint some duds!
Am I willing to experience the rejection and discomfort that comes from pushing limits? I don’t know, but it seems to me that growth demands it.
Put down the red pen
It’s far healthier to learn to apply objective standards of criticism to your own paintings than to cast around for approval from your peers (although we’ve all done it).
What is talent?
Our lives are the sum of all the choices we make, and our talent is where our determination and desire collide.
Respect the artist’s copyright
Do unto other artists as you would have them do unto you. Among other things, it’ll stop you from being sued.
The little things in life
Painting can take itself way too seriously. Small paintings are a place to experiment with our odd ideas.