| Mugu Arch © Marian Fortunati 6"x6" Oil on Wood Panel | |
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Upcoming exhibit opportunity
I had been considering entering a show which only accepts 6"x6" work, so I painted a few paintings of scenes and things I loved. This is a scene that I had originally painted en plein air at Point Mugu, CA. After a lot of thought, however, I decided that the venue was too far away and I knew if I got work accepted, I wouldn't be able to go to the reception anyway because I have two other openings on the same night as the 6"x6" opening.
Using different surfaces
I painted this little 6"x6" on a gessoed hardboard. I am finding that I like the hardboard more and more. It seems that the ground on which you work really affects the flow of paint and the look of the finished painting. Linen has a wonderful look... but it's pretty expensive so I have to be feeling expansive when I choose to use it. Of course canvas and canvas panels work very well... but there is just something wonderful about painting on other surfaces that almost asks you to vary your approach. There is a very loose weaved canvas that I saw the other day at a restaurant that also has a distinctive look... I've never tried it but I may someday. Some of the hardboard which have a slick finish are NOT my favorites, as the paint seems to slide all over the place -- Yuck! However... Hardboard which I've gessoed works nicely and is VERY inexpensive.
Knowing when to hold 'em
It's always a struggle trying to figure out which shows to enter and WHETHER to enter shows. I mean the jury fees begin to add up. If your work is accepted, you may have to ship it, frame it a certain way, or expend additional money just to show the work. As an artist, I want to have opportunities for new people to see my work, but even if there is a sale, it's not always a lucrative situation. I almost feel like you need to be a good poker player and know when to hold 'em or know when to fold 'em.
Still happy to be painting
However, even though I didn't choose to submit this painting for a show I think it's a nice little painting and I enjoyed working on it. I hope you enjoy looking at it too.
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