Saturday, October 31, 2009

Painting- the studio

I am convinced I was not a painter in any of my previous lives.  One might think that as an ceramic artist, I would have some color sense.  I do not.  Thank goodness for those little $3.00 paint samples.  One may also assume that after painting both glaze and acrylic on pottery, painting three different studios, shelves, floors, (and myself) I would feel confident and comfortable covering a flat surface in a single color with no design or fancy techniques.  I do not.

I feel just as awkward painting with my left hand as I do with my right.  Ambidextrous painting does make it easier to reach into those tight spots without contorting into awkward positions and the ladder only has to moved half as often.  

All of that said- I am loving the colors for the middle, or working room of the studio.  After just a single coat (yes, it took all day to do 2 walls), the room feels warmer, brighter and livelier.  So excited to see the finished job tomorrow!   Who would have thought using fall, earth-tone colors would do that?

Pics tomorrow...  If you are out and about, stop by the new location just across the street from the downtown traffic circle on West River St.  10607 West River St. #2A


As always- A huge thanks to Stu (who knows color AND how to paint) for all of you help and support!!

1 comment:

Dogwood said...

Fun post. You are a funny gal!

Does Stu always paint "shirtless?"

Can't wait to see the middle work room of the studio.

Sure wish I could stop by today!!!

Have a fun day. Hugs, Dogwood