Being First

Hmmm....Being First.....a good thing or a not so good thing? I suppose it depends on what you are 'first' for perhaps.

It just doesn't seem right not to start off the new year with some daily painting. I am hoping to paint 30 this month and get back into painting mode after taking most of December off.

I think young Mouse is not too happy with being first. He would have preferred to be further down the line after I had some practice with other members of his family!

'Mouse'
6"X6"
Acrylic mixed media on birch panel 

2018 was a year full of all that life has to offer. Joy & laughter, sadness and doubt. Lots of painting, art workshops, a parent's health issues, my own chronic back pain, good books and lots of studio time both inside and outdoors. Joining an art co-op and having a space to show and sell my work and have my own shows - maybe Mouse will like being part of that! I am learning to slow down and appreciate what I have! And I am ever so grateful for you - who take the time to visit here. 

Thirty Paintings in 30 Days - Day One

I have signed up for Leslie Saeta's 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge for September. Yes! 30 Paintings - 1 a day for the month. Not looking for a finished piece of art (but you never know), for me it will be about the practice and making time to paint. I haven't picked a theme (some artists have), but have decided to work small (4"X4" up to 10"X10"), on any support I want and using any medium. We are moving into fall here so am thinking this will be a strong influence. If you are interested there is still lots of time to sign up. So here is my painting for Day 1.

Day 1
30 in 30 Challenge
4"X4" Acrylic on birch panel