Monthly Archives: September 2009

The Acuity of Memory

When one works with any subject one needs to depend greatly on one’s memory.  Memory holds things fast. Only memory can retain what is lasting- all superfluous details melting away when one no longer has the subject before him. As … Continue reading

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Clouds and Color Temperature

Lately, my painting has focused mainly on the complexity of color temperature. I’ve been seeking a way to simplify my initial block-in by concentrating on color temperature as the key to unlocking the nature of my subject. Color temperature is … Continue reading

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Re-approaching Subject Matter

“One cannot step into the same river twice.” This quote by Saint Augustine leaves much to meditate on. Although he was referring to the passage of time and its constant progression, I often think of it in reference to re-approaching … Continue reading

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