Where did the years go!

How did I get from having a passion for the craft in 2014, cannot believe how the years have gone by.  Well actually along the way I lost my log in details for blogspot which is now called Blogger.

What has happened in the past years, where do I begin? I did some courses between 2013 to 2015.  One of them was doing a painting course with Craig Bone.  Although he paints in oils and I started with acrylics I managed to learn so much in a short time, and even better Craig's family and I became friends.

Zebra Eclipse

Leopard Rock

Three Musketeers
SOLD

You've Got The Look

SOLD

Wild Soul

Some sayings I learnt along the way:-

“The Lord created artists, who make life more pleasant by creating beautiful things for the glory of God and the enjoyment of others.  God has greatly enriched our lives with beauty.  And we in turn express our gratitude by displaying His glory in our art” – Julie Ackerman

Found even a better one…..

“Man doesn’t create art, we make it. Only God can take absolutely nothing and create something. We don’t create anything; we put several existing objects together to build an art piece.”

Jack White

“Allowing Outside Influences and Opinions Stunt Your Growth: One week the art student is elated with her progress, only to return to class the next week telling me, “He thinks this looks funny” or “They said this needs to be done differently.” While I welcome some outside commentary simply due to the fact that art is subjective, it’s frustrating when that opinion matters more than mine. I’ve seen some pieces never finished due to an unkind remark or criticism from an outsider. That is unfortunate. I’ve seen artwork finished with pride, and then placed under the bed because it wasn’t received as well as the student had hoped. I’ve seen commissioned pieces rejected and my students crushed when the client was dissatisfied. It’s all a part of the process, my friends, and you must toughen up. Be proud of your work regardless of outside opinions. If your happiness is hinged on the reaction of others, you will often be hurt. Love what you do and do your best. Please yourself first” – Lee Hammond

 I will be trying to blog every day to catch up as I have still quite a few more years to go to show where I am now in my art walk.  Its been a long ride.

Family is Everything

Lion of Judah

Help the Children

Behind the Cloud