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| Old Oak © Laurel Sundberg |
I wanted to do a comparison of my work now to that of a couple of years ago. On the left is my painting from this weekend. I painted a stately old oak tree. I only had an hour, a window of time that previously would've been too short for me to get anything accomplished. I'm glad I did! I've biked, hiked, and skied by this oak many times, and have always wanted to paint it. Although it's a small painting, I definitely get a feel for the day, the weather, mood, etc. Hopefully I'll get many more studies of this oak and its moods through the seasons.
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| Barn at Parley Lake Winery © Laurel Sundberg |
At right is a painting from two summers ago. It's a little larger, but summer gives me a more relaxed time to get paint onto the panel. Size and season may vary, but they're both fairly typical paintings from my experiences outside. Each had their share of challenges and each were painted on the same easel, with the same brushes.
In my mind that's where the similarities end! I think my current work is more lively even on a dull, cloudy day. I enjoy the color notes I got from the barn, but I
I appreciate where I've been. Without taking on the challenge of the old barn, I wouldn't be where I am now.
I joke about painting being a life sport. It takes ages of time (for me at least), patience (an area that's been slow for me to develop!), and a willingness to both accept where you are, but still be critical enough to know where you want to improve. Not mean, but just an eye looking out for where you want to go. I hope in another couple of years to look back on my current work and feel the same way. Grateful for the experience, and happy that it's leading me to improve.
What do you think? Do you have areas in life like this? Have a different idea of which painting is better?
Until next time, thanks for reading.
-Laurel
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