Always Exploring

You might think that since I show and sell and teach in the visual arts that I wouldn't take classes or seek instruction in my field, and sometimes there is a temptation to think that I don't need that. I am very much the kind of artist that will research and try different techniques with little or no outside instruction. I actually started learning that way in college with an independent study course, which I think everyone should try, because it taught me how to teach myself. But I have also learned that taking workshops from other artists, especially from those who have different areas of expertise, can be incredibly beneficial and yes, even fun. 

So this month I have enrolled in a thirty day online workshop offered by Randel Plowman, a collage artist that I came across via social media. I certainly can collage by myself, but I though it might be cool to get another artist's take on it, and I must say, I am enjoying the projects and I'm looking forward to what each week will bring.

 

So here's a little peak of my smaller worktable, where I play in my journal and I'm working on this week's project involving the power and use of color. And you never know, some influence from Randel's workshop might find its way into my work in the future. Only time will tell.