My 30 in 30 Collage

What fun it was to do the 30 in 30 challenge. Although, I must admit that for me it was a 28 in 30 challenge. I feel good about it. This proves that there is always time for art. In the month of September my daughter turned 30, I had an anniversary, my husband and I went away for five days, I had a two day art show, with another two day show to get ready for on the 3rd and 4th of October. I found myself down and out on the couch on September 12th with a stomach flu and towards the end of the month I had dental surgery that hurt more than I thought it would. But the truth is that there is always time for art. To be honest I'm looking forward to getting to bed at my normal time.

I was glad that I didn't pick a theme for the paintings as it was suggested. To me, the 30 in 30 is all about exploring all those subjects and techniques from all the artists and sights that have inspired me recently. I worked in watercolors, oils, pastels, alcohol inks, pens and colored pencils, what a blast!

And okay, now I'll say it. Yes the self portrait was a bit stiff and scarey. (I had made a promise to myself when I started the blog not to be negative - even of myself.) But when my daughter burst out laughing as she saw it that night and told me it was scarey, yes I have to admit she had a point. In my own defense let me say that I used a photograph of myself and I am usually very uncomfortable in front  of the camera as I am usually the one taking the pictures. (I think I capture that unease very well.) And the pink color - Hot Flash, what else? At 12 AM you can't very well start over.

So these are the changes I would like to make;
- I want to continue to blog on a more regular schedule. Two times weekly at least.
- I want to do artwork daily, but not necessary good artwork. I will do daily sketches in my sketchbook. I'd like to improve my drawing skills. A sketch -10 to 20 minutes, not a masterpiece. I will try to share one or two a week. But I want to give my self permission to make a lot of mistakes.
-I like the idea of producing work in one day, so I will produce two pieces a week which are one day deals.
-I would like to spend more time exploring landscapes and abstracts.

So that's that. Thanks Leslie Satea for hosting the 30 in 30, I'm looking forward to the next one - in January? I have to get to my book keeping. Yikes, I know, I'm procrastinating. How often to you do your books?

Day 20, Colored Pencil and Ink, Squash

30 in 30 hosted by Leslie Saeta.

 

 

Squash

Colored Pencil

8 x 12

$135

Another picture from Edward's Apple Orchard, these beauties reside in a large bin just ready for the picking. They looked so great I couldn't resist a photo. I don't usually work in colored pencil but I find this 30 in 30 as a time to do things differently and explore the possibilities.


To purchase this drawing go to http://www.jillraefinallyart.com/30-in-30.php  Or just hit the "Visit My Web Site" button on the right of this blog. When you get there go to "My Art"  then "30 in 30 in the pull down menu.

Day 13, Colored Pencils and Ink, Welcome To Edward's Apple Orchard

30 in 30 hosted by Leslie Saeta.

Welcome To Edward's Apple Orchard

Colored Pencil and Pen

8 x 10

$85

It's true! Most people in Boone and Winnebago Counties love Edward's Apple Orchard. It's a family tradition - plus my family won't let me leave there without a dozen apple donuts in hand. (But I really go for the apples.) Edward's was hit by a freakish, January tornado a few years back. It totally devastated many of the out buildings, trees and family house. They rebuilt it with determination and strength. The Edward's family is truly an example to all of us of facing adversity and coming out of it with grace.

To purchase this drawing go to http://www.jillraefinallyart.com/30-in-30.php  Or just hit the "Visit My Web Site" button on the right of this blog. When you get there go to "My Art"  then "30 in 30 in the pull down menu.

Where is Day 12? Well on the Friday the12th I had a nasty case of stomach flu and not only was I not in the mood to paint, I just couldn't bring myself to get to the computer to post the painting I have in reserve. So, I will extend my 30 in 30 to include October 1st which will be my Day 12.