Finding My "Painting" voice

When I started exploring fiber art 12 years ago, it took me 5 years to find my unique "voice".  That included a LOT of experimenting and to see how I could work in this medium and enjoy every minute.  There were days when I just got frustrated and hated everything I made.  But I kept on working.

Now that I have transitioned into mixed media I'm finding the same frustrations.  I still incorporate fabric and thread into most of my pieces but learning the properties of paint (acrylic and watercolor) has continued to be a challenge.

This week, after taking a free class from Louise Fletcher, I finally found my "voice" for painting.  And, I'm having fun which is my bottom line for being an artist.

I can't wait to continue exploring this new way of painting and using all my mark-making tools in addition to my paints to make abstract art.

Now I know where I'm going  I will start incorporating more textures into my work while remembering "less is more".  So opposite from how I have approached my art in the past where I believed "more is more"!