don't be fixated on making good paintings

I guess I can't really be accused of that. I find that I can't really ever feel comfortable entering competitions or applying for plein air events. I make myself apply for the plein airs, only because I really enjoy doing them and they push me in another way. But the competitions will have to wait till I know something again.
 Recently I read a quote written by Diana Horowitz. "Don't get fixated on making  a good painting. You can't be afraid of making bad paintings if you are going to learn."



This is the sunrise in the Safeway parking lot ... a few days ago. Shapes and color.

pink nocturne

9x9 pastel and watercolor on wallis

Lately I haven't been sleeping that well so I am out and about early. It's great for getting work done and exploring nocturnes. After yesterday's beautiful small snow the landscape has changed completely. City lights make the moist particles in the air glow with color..this morning it was dusty pink before sunrise. My chant was- close values, limited color.

If you haven't seen Sam's post yet you must. I laughed until I cried.