Momentum and Keeping It

"Under False Moons", first piece of 2020 complete!
Just finished up my first piece of 2020 and it was one of those pieces that just needed to come out. You aren't sure where it came from but there it was. It definitely speaks to a lot of issues that are important to me. Wildlife conservation, protection of natural resources and lands, light pollution....to name a few. In general humans are not kind to this planet or the animals we share it with and yeah-we are kind of the problem with everything.
But I'll digress because it's all in the painting now.

Heres where it started- I like looking back to see the first thing I thought I needed to tackle. Cotton candy clouds apparently 😂 Granted they are the element that takes the most finessing for me. I'm trying to be "looser" in some regards and still keep my signature tight work too. This painting was just me working out things I needed to work out. I also think it will be a lovely edition to a future book I plan to put together. Will discuss that when it comes time to though. But now it is time to keep the momentum going because two solo shows are sitting on my calendar!

So about to go deep into new experimental (for me) work and create some new and exciting things. It's tough to balance the creating of art AND trying to make rent/bills at the same time so Im also trying to launch Patreon soon- so donors who find what I do worthwhile and want to keep me creating for the world can donate to support the work. Im hoping it will be fruitful because it will be lots of hard work on my part.

Until I get that up and running any supporters can donate any amount to my Paypal: ptrixie3@yahoo.com (Donate button on sidebar)

I appreciate any and all support!
So the Wolf painting will be next to be printed and will kickstart my fundraising for Australia because I'm overwhelmingly sad about what's going on there. 20% of all print sales will be used towards donating to various charities that are helping fight the fire and provide aid to the victims of the fire- a lot of our animal friends unfortunately. 😞
Ok I'm off to prepare the studio for new creations. Thanks for reading and supporting!
"Under False Moons" 36"x36" acrylic on canvas is AVAILABLE for purchase. $800. Direct message for purchase.

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