If you ever have the opportunity to take a workshop from Bob Burridge, DO IT!!! I have never learned so much in 5 days. His "Abstract Acrylic Painting and Collage" workshop, at Dillman's Resort was chock full of techniques, encouragement, inspiration and his wacky humor.
For me, the juice of this workshop was learning to develop a series of work that comes from your soul...A series that's broad enough to last you a while....but narrow enough in it's intent to unite all of the pieces. A big "ah-ha" realization.
Another "big" idea for me, was the small warm-up paintings he suggests you do before you tackle your larger, more complicated works in progress....Actually, now that I'm reflecting on it...there were a ton more "big" ideas that I got from Bob's class! At the very least....pop over to his website and subscribe to his "ArtsyFartsy" newsletter...You'll be glad you did.
Below are 2 paintings that I completed during the workshop....Yup....this is the beginnings of my new series....stay tuned to see and hear more about it!
"The Grass is Greener" 10 x 11 Acrylic (above) (sold)
"Star Climber" 10 x 11 Acrylic (below) (sold)
Quote of the Day:
"To play it safe is not to play." – Robert Altman
2 comments:
Wow! Your paintings are exciting! I like Robert Burridge's work, too, and am somewhat envious that you attended one of his workshops. I look forward to seeing more of your work.
Thanks Peggy! I am so fired up...still! If you ever get the chance to take from him...I highly recommend it!
Lauren
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