The ranch also had many domestic animals like highland cows, horses, goats and their two dogs who patrol the enormous property keeping all safe.
This year I set my goals differently, producing whatever I produce with no judgement, focusing on the process not the end product. Plein air is really difficult to do and will take many-many years to master. I think the most challenging was trying to paint fast enough before the acrylic dries.....and in some instances it dried right on the brush before hitting the board.
Dominik was a great teacher. He is very technical and often asking questions of the piece in front of me which I was really thankful for. I also enjoyed the daily group critiques after a full day of painting. I think my fellow artist Tatjana Mirkov-Popovicki said it best in her blog;
"I have always considered critics by a sincere and knowledgeable person precious. When such a person takes the time and energy to briefly step into my world and tries to help with my next step, is an act of ultimate generosity. I keep in mind that receiving a critique is not an entitlement - it is an opportunity to receive valuable information. I try to remember everything that is said, and later analyze it and figure out how best to use it."
It was a really great experience this year as I learned a ton. I came home inspired and eager to start painting!
I just completed a new piece that is entered into the Manitoba Society of Artists 83rd Annual Open Juried Art Exhibition running from June 29-September 4, 2015 at the Mennonite Heritage Centre, Gallery 600 Shaftesbury Blvd. Winnipeg.
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| "Dusk at Kemp Cottage - Shoal Lake", 36"x36" acrylic and ink on 1 3/4" canvas |
