16" x 20" oil on canvas
I haven't painted since July 4th. I got burned out on painting because I was painting to post on Instagram and it took the joy out of it.
My family took a trip to Tetons, Yellowstone, and Glacier National Parks shortly after my last painting on July 4th, and it put the joy back in my heart. I took something from those places, the Tetons in particular, that is still there. Mountains have always been a comforting, calming force in my life, but I experienced a connection with Grand Teton that gave me a vision of my highest self: an eternal, unchanging, presence.
The vision is still strong. There was a long gap between paintings, but I've been working on being that presence, and I painted this because I wanted to, and it was fun -not because I cared how it turned out.
I’m so glad you found your joy again. Painting holds your center. I love the comment about your highest self. Introspection is your strength.
ReplyDeleteHey Angie! Nice to hear from you. I've been thinking about you lately. Hope you're doing ok! I really appreciate the comments.
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