"Growth"-Acrylic and Sumi ink on canvas.
I've been painting up a storm lately, mainly due to a lot of inspiring conversations with my friend and coworker, Jenn. She's been encouraging me to share more of my artwork with her. When I finished this painting last week, I couldn't wait to share it with her, and then with all of you.
However, when it came time to write the blog post, I froze up a little. I tend to share quite a bit of my personal life on my blog, but there's something about sharing artwork that makes me feel so vulnerable. I think what it comes down to is that I feel that because of my job, people have high expectations for my artwork. It's a struggle that I need to overcome, and the only way I can do that is to share and to allow myself to feel vulnerable. Because, as Brene Brown always reminds us, it's when we open ourselves up to vulnerability, we also open ourselves up to the greatest potential for joy.
I love this painting! Good for you for sharing! When are we gonna start our canvas trade?
This is awesome.
Posted by: Amy | April 02, 2012 at 11:13 AM
Your painting is so sweet & quirky! I like the colors and flow, definitely getting a plant vibe which makes sense with it's title. It's human nature to be worried about others judging our work. Hope you feel the reward of putting yourself out there!
Posted by: Amy @ Strands of Sunshine | April 02, 2012 at 09:21 PM
I want to paint like this! It so describes what spring reflects to me. I think of rainbows, new growth, reaching towards the sun...beautiful!
Glad you were brave and shared! WE all feel this, but I would imagine you do have more pressure, than most~
I feel this way and need to share more art on my blog. I think of it as a reflection of my soul. And what if no one likes it? We can't all produce a Picasso every time, but sharing frees us. It is like watching a little seed that bursts open and reaches towards the sun! I see your soul is shining :D
Posted by: Ellen | April 03, 2012 at 04:55 PM
It's beautiful! It reminds me of spring, too - peaceful and airy, yet bright and liberating.
Posted by: Julie | April 05, 2012 at 06:02 PM
hi there.
i am drawn to the boldness AND delicacy of this.
i also love working with ink like this.
and i know exactly about being all personal on your blog and yet sharing artwork is different. it's an extra step of vulnerability. i feel like i'm going naked or something. :)
Posted by: Monica | April 06, 2012 at 10:40 AM
What I see are the colors of your soul...
Hugs!
Posted by: Monica | April 22, 2012 at 07:55 AM