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NEEDLESS TO SAY......our experiences and observations show up in the artists work.  "ECHO" is a great example due to the fact I usually 

paint ocean and water expressions.  The result is generally many shades of blues, grey, soft neutrals, white and some warmer hues or cooler.

While abstract work is not new, the very quick and intuitive style is.  Also, my work is mostly oil, cold wax and palette knife.

Since a very specific desire to paint with Joan Fullerton, a wonderful highly talented intuitve abstract artist, I realize that I was not even close to the unknown outcomes using acrylic and mix media tools and techniques.   For me the RISK of speed painting and design is 

worth the effort knowing I will learn something new to add to my TOOLBOX, so to speak.

The colors I selected for "ECHO" remind me now of the trip I just took to Scottsdale about a month ago. There are elements of the scenery 

in this painting....QUITE UNPLANNED.   The mountains, rocks and terrain are diverse from our very flat green Charleston.  I feel blessed that the heart paints based on experience or the capture of small observations (or moods).   

Just as interior designers seek new ideas from Market or their travels; we artists benefit from new views and the approach to present 

them.   

How does your environment impact your work?  Please jot a note and share.....

Cheers, 

Vicki

Vickipmaguire.com