My art studio is buzzing these days. I have quite a few paintings on the go as well as new ideas for future paintings. It’s feast or famine in the art area. And as with any passion, the more time you can set aside for it, the more you want to set aside time. It’s a wheel that keeps on turning.
Currently, I do not have painter’s block, but I do have writers block. Every morning I think “this is the day I’ll send out a newsletter or a blog post. But first I’ll walk out to the studio for inspiration.”
I walk across the lawn past the lupins or iris or now lilies, and reach my converted garage-into-studio that is surrounded by blooming wild roses, a cherry tree and fields. I am moved to pick up a brush to add to any one of the four paintings I’m currently working on. I have my coffee, I put on a little music and then I lose myself in the dance with the canvas.
Occasionally the cat scratches at the front door to come in and she settles in for a nap.
I take a break and pick some snow peas and kale for the evening stir fry. If Larry is home he brings in a snack for both of us.
Not only are the treats essential to my work flow, his gesture also sends a welcome message of encouragement – that my time of exploration in the studio is important. It is very wonderful to have a partner who encourages creativity. I am a lucky artist in so many ways.
Of course not all days are like that…life has other ideas for us. But this is my intention:
- try to paint every day
- paint like I mean it
- appreciate this precious time and opportunity
- soak in the beauty all around
- be prepared to make mistakes – that’s how people learn
If you would like to see my chaotic, creative space, please come and visit! Just give me a ‘heads up’ so I can be sure to be here. The contact information is here.
Come to my studio and I’ll show you a few recently finished paintings.
© Flora Doehler, 2019
11″ x 14″
Acrylic on Canvas
$260
©Flora Doehler
12″ x 12″
Acrylic on Birchwood
©Flora Doehler, 2019
48″ x 48″
Acrylic on Canvas
$2,600
©Flora Doehler, 2019
Acrylic on Canvas
48″ x 48″
And before you leave Bear River, drop into the Bear River Artworks Gallery at the Oakdene Centre. This vibrant, co-op Gallery is artist run and I’m usually there on Wednesdays.
Blue Mind Gallery also has a few small paintings of mine as does The Flight of Fancy, both on the main street of Bear River.
Loved seeing all your new paintings, studio and cat! What is its name? It is obviously your studio assistant and supurrvisor! lol
How nice that your life’s partner prepares a delicious combo of coffee and chocolate treats when you take a break!
May you continue to enjoy good health, prosperity, and joy!
Have a wonderful week!
Best wishes,
Dianna (my cat, Grayson is my “assistant” lol)
Dianna, hi! Welcome to my website. My kitty is Maggie Rose. She walked into our lives, dripping wet one rainy day two years ago. She’s still very kitten like, but is also fine with relaxing while I work. I always wanted a studio cat and now I have her! All the best to you!
Awesome work and inspiring message.
XOXOXOXO Barbara
Thank you Barbara. It is a reward to be able to paint and to record it too.
Flora, your studio, like your art is beautiful and dazzling. I’ve been inside that studio, and it always an amazing treat to see all that you are working on, and the brilliance of your vision, your love of the life you lead. Awesome. I got a whole series out of my exposure to your work last summer!
XOXOXOXOXO Barbara
You are too kind Barbara. Thank you so much! It is a wonderful feeling to have a whole playroom of art materials to explore and to be able to continue to learn how to interpret the beauty I see all around me. What series are you referring to? xoxo