Studio Patsy

Artist's Statement

I've always been attracted to paper and pens and paint. The endless combination of things you can create with them is intoxicating. It's only natural this fascination would culminate in a variety of art. My aunt bought me a watercolor set when I was a child, and I've been putting color on things ever since. It has taken many, many forms over the years from textiles to walls to paper. I am continually expanding the repertoire of art forms in which I work. My work has grown in the last three years. That's when I made the decision that a studio space was an essential. Working on a side table in my dining room was limiting my work. Since I've had a place where the floors can be splattered with paint my work has become more expansive. One of my dear friends says, "One of the things I love about you Patsy is that you know no excess." My art reflects this. They are still making paint and paper - I can use all I want - and I use it liberally. I love the texture you get when acrylic paint is thick and layered, and I continue to find new techniques for monoprints that enhance this effect. I work extensively with paint application techniques that are not typical art methodology. My tools are as likely to come from the hardware store or the makeup aisle as they are from the art store. Everything has potential. I work in a variety of mediums, from acrylics to watercolor to pastel. Any and all of them might find their way into a mixed media piece, or on more "practical" objects like journals. The world of creativity is inclusive and open to anyone who wants to join in. "Studio play dates," where I create with other people, are a regular occurrence for me. The energy of creating with other people is inspiring. Art engenders no competition with other artists because the ability to create is infinite.

Monday, June 12, 2006

Back to Reality

I started the day at 6:30 this morning looking at a garden for the tour. It is shaping up to be a great tour. I've been working on tour things all day.
I've also had to rest a little. I started getting a bit of a sore throat a couple of days before I left DC and although it hasn't gotten any worse, it hasn't gotten any better either. I'm tired so I know I better get a lot of rest so I don't get sick. I've been eating oranges and taking zinc. I can't afford the time to be sick right now. I think the throat is a bit better tonight. I'm going to eat another orange before bed so it can work its magic overnight.

I got a very nice letter from Sue and Marcia, who run the retreat center where I attended the artist's gathering last month. And I also got a nice invitation from Scharlotte for breakfast Saturday morning. I need things to look forward to, so that's good. I know Scharlotte from the Democratic Women's Club and also the NAACP.

Well, I must go and do some journalling before I go to sleep. I have a lot on my mind these days and there's no better way to work it out than that.

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Monday, June 12, 2006

Back to Reality

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