Wednesday, November 11, 2009

My Creative Space by Cathy

I thought it was about time I showed one of my paintings. In the past I have had long breaks between painting - for all kinds of reasons - not the least being - the feeling of terror in picking up a brush again and wondering if I can still paint - I am trying to overcome this problem by painting first thing everyday - in my PJ's - it seems to be working a treat - I have one completed painting - the commisioned portrait you can see above and another two on the way - yah - fills me with great joy to get going again!
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18 comments:

  1. CherryNovember 12, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    Oh Mum! That is beautiful! You've captured Ruby just perfectly. So glad you've posted up a painting.

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  2. midgeNovember 12, 2009 at 9:25 AM

    you can certainly still paint-no question. that is lovely. so important to use your gifts. it's great for the soul

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  3. Lady RockstitchNovember 12, 2009 at 9:27 AM

    Cathy, you are full of surprises. Your painting is wonderful. You can soooooo paint! Andy

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  4. yardage girlNovember 12, 2009 at 9:29 AM

    Lovely! No doubt that you can paint absolutely beautifully. Thanks for sharing!

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  5. NikkiNovember 12, 2009 at 9:40 AM

    Well done for looking at ways to overcome your fear. And as for your worry about still ebign able to paint... have a look at your beautiful painting. The answer is there.

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  6. MichelleNovember 12, 2009 at 11:59 AM

    It's beautiful! You should have no fears at all - and what a great idea doing it first thing in the morning!

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  7. AnonymousNovember 12, 2009 at 11:59 AM

    What a great skill you have - and aren't you lucky that you can do it in your pjs?!!!The painting is gorgeous. x

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  8. GinaNovember 12, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    Your portrait is lovely, you've really captured something special there. Love the ruddy cheeks.

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  9. MelanieNovember 12, 2009 at 1:27 PM

    What a fantastic gift you have. Glad you faced your fears.

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  10. GypsyNovember 12, 2009 at 2:01 PM

    That is a beautiful portrait. I love the idea of you painting with wild abandon at dawn in your PJs!

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  11. BeckNovember 12, 2009 at 4:13 PM

    So happy to hear of your joy in painting. Grab the moments when you can honey!! Love the portrait, very moving xo

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  12. Chasing Purple DreamsNovember 12, 2009 at 5:19 PM

    I’m facing that fear at the moment. I hope to soon be on my way to some more painting. I have a million “reasons” to not jump right in now, but I fear that fear is the real reason. Good on your for being brave enough to face it down. Love the painting – you still have it.

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  13. Pippi createsNovember 12, 2009 at 6:06 PM

    So glad you have decided to pick up the paint brush again. The portrait is excellent, those eyes are so full of sparkle!

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  14. tea with lucyNovember 12, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    Such a wonderful portrait. Well done.

    PJs are my 'getting stuff done' unifom!

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  15. UnknownNovember 13, 2009 at 5:25 AM

    Love the expression...It's beautiful work!

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  16. suesuebNovember 13, 2009 at 2:39 PM

    Wonderful portrait! She looks like she's holding in a giggle!! Truly a gift-thanks for sharing it!

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  17. AnonymousNovember 15, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    What an amazing painting! It's amazing how many limitations we put on ourselves when we're in our comfort zone and how good it feels to break free of it. Well done - the painting looks great and you should be proud of tacking your fear.

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  18. TraceyNovember 16, 2009 at 5:35 PM

    Awww, i thought I left a comment a few days ago, but it didnt show up. Cathy your painting is beautiful! So glad you were brave and persisted to start painting again and get going Xxxx

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