Residency Benefits

I've come to realize that 

one of the most valuable benefits of the residency, 

was that I began to really see.   

Without any distractions for the whole month, 

I was able to sit still and "be present"

for long periods of time. 

I began focussing on shapes and color,

and the affect they have on each other. 

My paintings are beginning to reflect that,

I think. 

High Noon, Low Tide

24 x 30 oil 

I'm finally getting to work on some ideas using 

images, sketches, and notes I took up there. 

Trying out some larger formats, 

experimenting with paint handling and edges....

stay tuned. 

NOTE: 

I did this on a stretched canvas 

which is not my favorite surface to work on. 

I find the "bounce back" factor a little frustrating.