Going Back to the Comfort Zone...

I'm sure fellow painters can all relate to having some moments when you feel you have forgotten how to paint. One feels down and depressed and that usually causes you to avoid painting some more. What a vicious cycle!!! It is not very different from trying to lose weight and then giving in and eating whatever delicious treat comes your way (believe me, I know...) So! I have discovered that one of the best ways to get back into full gear is painting a subject that comes natural to you, that gives you back the confidence you need to get back on the saddle (I have not discovered the strategy for the losing weight part, if you do, let me know). For me, bromeliads are that subject.

I named this one thinking that it was almost obscene to pack sooo much delicious color into one painting. My original thought was in Spanish: "Descarada!" Oh well! It was just what the doctor ordered. Especially, after having a horrible cold for the past week...

"Daring Bromeliad"
16"x20"
Pastel on Board
Available for Sale Here

Good News and Introduction

Hello everyone!!!

I have been a victim of the flu epidemic that has been going around the States. I couldn't go to work for 3 days, and even as I'm writing this I feel like I should be in my bed resting and drinking fluids. As you can probably infer, I only managed to paint one little piece this whole week and to tell you the truth, I'm not completely happy with it. I should have waited a little longer, because even though I was wearing a mask to cover my nose and mouth, I feel the dust of the pastels delayed my recuperation process. I will work on it a little longer and post it for your enjoyment once I get better.

Well, no more whining!!! I do have two exciting news to share with you today...

#1:
 My painting "Sweet and Sour" (pictured above) was accepted to the 2nd Annual Women Painters of the Southeast Society Juried exhibition!!! This is REALLY COOL and a huge step in my painting career.

#2:
As you may know, besides being a painter, I am also a graphic designer. I decided to create a new blog where I could share with you all my thoughts and creations related to art and digital design.
I cordially invite you to visit and follow my new baby:  "Wendy's Right Brain"

Thank you for reading!!!