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Out of Line Again

5/2/2019

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"Out of Line Again" - mixed media on cradled wood panel, 30" x 20" x 1.75".     Ready to hang.  Available here.

Last week's abstract start pulled itself together in a BOLD way!  Segmented, sectioned, compartmentalized, textured.  It began as an experiment in re-creating the texture of salvaged plywood, and morphed into something unexpected.  

The energy and attitude of this piece is fierce.  I wouldn't hang it in my zen space or bedroom or cozy spot.  But I would hang it in a main living area, hallway or near the entry/exit.  A statement piece to give me a dose of  massive courage.  

And courage, dear reader, is the secret weapon of creatives.  Yes you, artist, writer, singer, poet, muralist, essayist, blogger, knitter, carver, potter, decorator, chef, baker, entrepreneur, visionary, whisperer of big dreams.  Courage is what takes that little inkling of an idea and turns it into a game changer.  And it is also the thing which allows you to create without self-censorship - boldly going in whatever direction the muse takes you.
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The universe has been broadcasting this theme of courage recently....whether it is the BOLD strategy of artists Carl Stoveland and Shannon Torrence in documenting their determined efforts to land a residency gig, or the unified efforts of American and Mexican artists along the border creating a peace mural on the very wall that divides their countries - these art superheroes inspire me. 

As do YOU, dear reader!  Yes, YOU!  Thank you for being a force of creative nature in the world.  Now go out there and BE YOUR WILD SELF! Pictures would be appreciated. :)
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Dotty Seiter link
5/2/2019 04:54:51 pm

B.O.L.D.

Pure gold.

Spent time in my studio today, brush/foam brush/paint knife in hand, being my wild self. Hot damn!

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jen
5/2/2019 05:40:41 pm

Dotty!!! Your WILD self! HOT DAMN is right! Can't wait to see what you create.....xoxoxx

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Carol Edan link
5/3/2019 04:22:59 am

Yes courage! We all need a HUGE dose of that! Can see all the energy and courage in this piece! The colors SING and the textures WOW!

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jen
5/3/2019 10:45:17 am

Carol! You are one of the most fearless artists I know! Thank you for being a role model! And for your feedback...invaluable. xo

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