I first discovered the magic of water based colors when many years ago I began to paint with procion dyes on silk. I loved the unexpected quality of the process. It was so exciting to never be sure what the colors and water would combine to produce. It seemed as though the medium had its own passion. Painting with watercolors and paper is much the same. I love the color combinations and separations that occur spontaneously as the color floats on the water. You can never totally predict what effect will result. If you try to control the medium too much, your painting will be very tight losing its aliveness. The artist must be bold and decisive or the work will not be clear and fresh. It is really like a dance. It becomes a controlled folly in knowing when to let go and when to take charge of the direction that the painting is taking.
The images that I paint reflect my emotions and are expression of my life experience. The are not extensively planned, but rather evolve as the painting progresses. I am always surprised by the end result since it comes into being because of what the medium and emotion has suggested.
The paintings are from my heart and I always fall in love with the subject. I believe that we are all connected and, if an image touches you, it is because we all have the same heart even though our paths may be different.
Most of all, painting what I paint makes me happy. The paintings are my own path unfolding. They are an opening door for me and contain my own passion for life.
I’m loving your owl. You paint well. Nice and fresh.
Thank you for your very nice comment. I like to paint simply best. As few strokes as possible.
I have seen your comments in several blogs that I follow. Today, fortunately, I have visited your blog. I love your work. Thank you very much for sharing.
Thank you for visiting my blog and commenting. I’m pleased that you like my work.
I absolutely love your work, but wondering if you do any originals or prints that are larger?
I have been painting the aceo size for a few years now and have only been painting larger originals for commissions. However, on my web site http://www.gretchendelrio.com/ you can order prints up to 8 x 10. If there is an aceo original that you like and is not on my web site, just let me know and I can upload it for printing purposes. Thanks so very much for your inquiry.
Blessings
Gretchen
Gretchen, I have nominated you for the “Best Moment Award”. If you choose to accept you can find the details on my latest blog.
http://mishunderstood.wordpress.com/2013/04/30/my-1st-best-moment-award/
I am still pondering over your prints before choosing one to order. Will let you know!
Congrats!
Mish
Dear Mish,
I am deeply honored that I am one of those you chose for this award. I would like to respond with a yes, but I am having some serious health issues. I’m pretty much doing just what keeps my head above water for now. With respect I must decline. Namaste, Gretchen.
I totally understand. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you Mish. Many Blessings, Gretchen
What a breathe of fresh air you are! Your work is lovely, dreamy, and inspired. Thank you:)
Thank you for your lofty comment. I always intend that my art gives to each what they need.
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