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Friday's Special Moment of Gratitude

12/13/2012

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I feel like I should be creating something snowy and Christmas like but when I started to paint with my pastels this is what appeared.  I have not had a lot of time to paint this week, or maybe I should say I have not made the time to paint, but when I put the chalk into my hands today everything fell into place.  I am so grateful that I gave pastels another chance.  The first time I ever painted with pastels was in a class filled with people who had been using them for years.  The teacher was great and encouraged me every step of the way but I was too busy comparing my work with everyone else's to really enjoy myself.  The next time I took a class and we used pastels I had stopped comparing my work to others (well not completely stopped but I was better about it) and I found that I loved the feel and the look of the pastels.  Now even if I just have ten minutes, I can start to paint and the world disappears.  It is just me, the pastels, and whatever happens to appear.  So this week I am very grateful that I have stopped comparing my work to the work of others and that I gave pastels a second chance. Now rather than compare my work to someone else's I am inspired by what they have accomplished.  This shift in perspective has helped to open up a whole new creative world and for that I am very grateful. I would love to know what you are most grateful for this week.

I know that this is a very busy time of year but I would like to invite you to visit the artists at Paint Party Friday and Creative Everyday.  It is a gift that you will be so glad that you gave to yourself today.
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Carolyn Dube link
12/13/2012 11:19:44 am

That comparing to others is a brutal way to see the world- so glad you've had a shift! This pastel work is just happy- what rich and inviting colors!!! happy PPF

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Anne link
12/13/2012 09:33:55 pm

Love the hardly there image with fantastic colors! Happy PPF!

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Stephanie Corder link
12/13/2012 09:47:08 pm

I am grateful that you were able to find time to paint too, because this is wonderful!

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NatashaMay link
12/13/2012 09:54:44 pm

What wonderful colors. Like a rainbow. Beautiful!

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Kat link
12/13/2012 10:05:03 pm

Hello Ginny your art is so very dreamy and peaceful, so soft, like a big comfy cosy cushion! It relaxes me to come and visit you here, thanks for sharing with us and keep up your pastels, they're so very lovely!

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Mari link
12/13/2012 10:10:01 pm

His work is light and bright, barely drawing is great. Saludos

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gloria link
12/14/2012 12:04:00 am

Very nice piece. Love the soft colors. Happy Holidays to you.

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soulbrush link
12/14/2012 03:14:47 am

I am so glad you are trying not to compare yourself-although it's very hard not to. Keep on keeping on is what I say and have fun too. When my art stops being fun, I will stop!

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Linda K
12/14/2012 03:46:58 am

what a beautifully soft seascape!! Good for you to stop comparing-it's not always easy and it sometimes sneaks back in a bit, but once you're aware of it , it's much easier to dismiss :) I am grateful for the lovely and talented artists I have met this year thru blogging. Happy PPF!

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Mary C. Nasser link
12/14/2012 03:59:42 am

So beautiful and serene.
I'm very grateful for my Paint Party Friday friends and all the inspiration and motivation they give to me!
♥♥♥
Happy PPF!!
Mary

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Annette G
12/14/2012 04:16:22 am

Beautiful pastel work and loved reading your story. Happy PPF, Annette x

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artmusedog and Carol link
12/14/2012 06:32:48 am

Wonderfully colorful and dramatic with the ocean surf ~

(A Creative Harbor) aka artmusedog and Carol ^_^

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Gina Sismilich link
12/15/2012 02:36:20 am

I love the ocean and beach any time of year. I'm glad you gave your criticizing left brain the whatfor and continued painting with pastels. Such a soft and lovely scene - Happy PPF

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denthe link
12/15/2012 09:51:46 pm

Oh, this is so beautiful! The softness, the colours, I LOVE it!

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sandra sherman link
12/15/2012 09:54:48 pm

Beautiful and dreamy seascape. i love the way you have used your pastels on this piece. great work :)

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Jessica Sporn link
12/16/2012 06:25:00 am

you have learned a valuable life lesson that we all work our lives practicing. your painting is beautiful. Happy belated Paint Party Friday!

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Lori@LorikArt link
12/16/2012 03:19:43 pm

Beautiful - so soft and atmospheric!

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Lady Fi link
12/17/2012 11:33:29 pm

This is just lovely!

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Lynn
12/18/2012 02:06:35 pm

Gorgeous !

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Julie link
12/19/2012 05:23:04 am

Hi Ginny, this piece is so calming and peaceful. You really have a way with pastels, it's great that you continued to use them. (and thanks so much for your sweet words on my blog)

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