"A New Life" - 2009I spend my childhood nestled safely in a beautiful log home in the Canadian wilderness on a farm where my family raised cattle. This painting features myself, moving to "the city" to learn illustration. Although I was surrounded by more people and buildings than ever before in my life, I felt alone and like I didn't belong to this new culture. The unnatural buildings were beautiful, cold and flat but also produced this grand allure of a new life and fresh start. While I was excited for the change, there was a fear in me of this new place so great that I could hardly figure out how to take the correct bus home from college my first day.
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That is one beautiful painting. And how you painted it speaks volumes about it-- I love the stark contrast of the girl against the dark, intimidating buildings! Great job! :)
ReplyDeleteI've received the prints that I won in your blog giveaway! Holy cow, they're amazing! I love them and are planning to put them up for illustration inspiration! I posted an entry on my blog, with pictures! Come check it out :)
Thanks so much Crystal! ♥ :D
Re: your comment on my blog--> Nope, the prints were in perfect condition when they arrived. I love how they're so professional-looking... not that you aren't a pro :) Can't wait to put them up! :D
ReplyDeleteLove this painting.
ReplyDeleteYou are very talented. I understand how you feel about moving to the 'big city'. It is a lot to take in and eventually it will run smoothly for you. But there is nothing that can compare to the freedoms of country living. I hope that you will enjoy yourself while you are there :o).
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