Forward motion
I nudged this piece forward today - I only worked about three hours at the encaustic table because of other duties in the studio and errands to run. And some days it seems like I spend as much time warming up the palettes and thinking about what I’m going to do as I do directly painting. Today was like that but it didn’t seem like wasted time.
It’s interesting how some days it is better to forge ahead and not let my head get in the way. On those days I need to keep my brush moving and not overthink. Thinking too much can be a form of procrastination and second guessing myself too much can work against my instincts. Other days, I need to slow myself down and consider more carefully — the impulse to rush in without a plan or without being particular ENOUGH about my choices results in working without direction - which means blah, confusion, no punch, or forcing it.
I often weigh my mood and feelings - and turn the dial in whatever direction I need to go, whether it is slowing down to consider more OR turning loose to jump in. Managing my mood and natural inclination to the advantage of my painting really seems to have transferred to the rest of my life as well. I’ve gained more control (maybe I should say SOME control) over my reactions and impulses in other life situations as well.
Not great control but better control. I guess I’m always nudging myself forward too.
