ART - Not Something I Do - It's Part of Who I Am

Art has always been part of me. Inside I have a desire...even a need....to create. Through the years my creative bent has manifested itself in a variety of ways. From writing, to cake decorating, to interior design, I find great pleasure in the process as much as the completion of a project. Now that I find myself an "empty-nester," I am focusing on teaching myself to paint. I want to paint on everything. I've done a few oil paintings....about thirty years ago...but I am finally back to it. The photo of the camp at Rock Lake is my most recent endeavor. I know I have a long way to go...but for a beginnner, I am pleased with the results. My work never really seems to be finished but at some point I just have to put down my brush. As it hangs in my foyer, every time I enter my front door is another opportunity to critique my work. I see many things that still need to be added, or changed. Each critique adds to the list of mental notes I will use when I approach the canvas the next time. Each piece is a new opportunity to learn and improve my technique. When I paint I am immersed in the experience and I find it both exhiliarating and relaxing. I will be posting new works as I complete them. Although the photo representation is poor at best, feel free to comment about the artwork, I would love to hear what you have to say.