Today I’d like to share more art with you, pieces created at the same time as the two previous ones featured in Flying. These two are what would’ve been the dip in the diptych of those others had I not let nature take its course and…distract me.
The palettes are similar because I tend to mix too much paint, especially when using the cold wax. And since I can’t see wasting it…TaTa! A series is born!
And now, without further ado….
Free Flight, oil and cold wax. 12″x24″
This one is special for me. I look at it and see a soul breaking free from its earthly ties. I see Mama just drifting away. Floating.
Grounded. Oil, cold wax and plaster. 12″x24″
This is the opposite. Weighty. Solid. Like a rock, or the earth. The plaster underneath adds to the texture.
I really enjoy working this way. With brayers and squeegies and bare hands steeped in the buttery oils stiffened with wax. Pushing and pulling the paint along in layers upon layers. Scraping it back. Scribbling with pencil. With pigment sticks. Losing myself in the process until the muse whispers…it’s done.
Love these! and love the image of you up to your elbows in gooey yummy wax & oil!
Hi Judy! Up to the elbows indeed… I never used to paint with oils because I don’t like turps and then my sister told me I could clean up with veg oil or mineral oil. And that was the beginning of a beautiful relationship.
I’ve even cleaned up with mayo when desperate. Sooooo nice on the skin!
Oh yes….you delight me with your words and you excite me with your images!
Donna…smiles to you, m’dear!
You are such an inspiration, Susan. Love your art and your blog!
Thanks, Timory!