A blank canvas elicits different emotions from different people.

One artist may move toward the opportunity, brush in hand, in passionate anticipation of what’s to come.  The other may stare in visible horror at the lack of any safe direction or instructions given for the seemingly vast amount of white space they must fill.

No matter which artist you are (and you are an artist) the blank canvas represents huge responsibility.  Pushing the limits is perfectly acceptable but remember no one has to like it.  Staying safe within the known contexts of previous paintings isn’t a sure thing either.  You’ve been given brush and colors for this time and this season.  It’s your responsibility to use them well.

Paint wildly with great passion and vivid colors but never forget the incredible sense of responsibility you have to the viewers and critics who will undoubtedly follow…getabsorbed…n