When a painter wants to "loosen up" their brushwork, it might seem counter-productive to bring a lot of thoughtfulness into the process, but I am convinced that it is clarity of intention that gives rise to confident paint application.
Charles Reid
"I work very slowly, which may come as a surprise because most people think I paint loosely. That's an illusion. Each stroke counts. Fewer strokes with more thought is better. "
Reid applies the paint quickly once he had made up his mind, but first he thinks for a long time about what to do next .
In class yesterday there was a palpable quality of attention to edges. We had talked and visualized enough that everyone was tuned in once we started painting. I've selected some images that welcome a variety of soft and hard edges. Think about your intentions and make decisions based on which kind of edges will support them. Take your time.
Please submit a painting to the "Best of Gage".
I think everyone has gotten an email about the process.
Let's fill the walls with watercolors!
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