The challenge and thrill of 20 minute paintings

I confess.I am addicted to making 20 minute paintings right now and there is nothing anyone can do about it..I found a setting/app on my phone to use as a stopwatch/alarm and  away I go. ..The difficult part is letting go..finding comfort in the end result even if it feels unfinished.i am staying true to the challenge however..and I find that a new style is evolving-which is very exciting indeed!

To be understood is grand

I was so pleased when I connected with the web page featuring my upcoming show at The Durham Art Gallery and read the beautiful statement describing my show-it feels quite wonderful to have one's art work interpreted in the words of another..and a wonderous wordsmith she is !It is certainly exciting to know that another human being interprets your creative process..and really gets it!Thank you so much Terry Burns! I look forward to the show,the opening..and the experience!

http://www.durhamart.on.ca/2013/Murray/index.html

another exhibit..another class..

I am burning many candles at all ends this Month ! A new class is available at The Trodden Path .."The Memory Portrait Painting Project." Where I share my process from start to finish on creating a commission or personal painting of someone (or a beloved pet!) which is personalized and complete for gift giving. Now is the season of weddings,anniversaries ,special gatherings- where finding that perfect personal gift can be so challenging! What I love about this project is that you can enjoy the process..and it is so very user friendly -with marvellous results! There are three videos and a step by step section which you can copy and print. Also a discussion board where you can connect with others and show off your art!The lovely aspect of this class (and others at The Trodden Path) is that you can complete at your own pace.You continue to have access to the videos in your own timeframe! (I believe it's wonderful value for $40)

http://thetroddenpath.ning.com/group/the-memory-portrait-painting-project




I also have a new Exhibit/show opening next weekend,locally at The Durham Art Gallery featuring some old and current large portrait paintings..