As always happens with series, each new painting teaches me more about the subject. I discover ways to create depth, I notice new color shifts, and begin to see how to simplify. In my experience, new iterations don't beget repetitiveness; rather, they branch out in different directions and inspire new ideas. [...]
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The study of a master work puts the observer in the head of another artist, which cannot help but change one's perspective. And a fresh perspective is one of the most valuable ways to learn. [...]
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Instead of following a map, I had to just start looking and listening and responding to what I saw. What a discovery: I became much more attuned to my senses, noticed colors, edges, shapes throughout the painting process in a way I don't always--because I am thinking about where I'm going, not where I am now. [...]
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Awards are thrilling—but those rejections do sting. Our response to either scenario is what really matters. [...]
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One thing is certain: a safe painting will never be a wow painting. High-impact paintings take risks. They make strong statements with mood, color, composition, texture, design, edge. So in order to paint a wow painting, try letting go of your fear. [...]
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