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My Art Is At a Standstill

I do not pick up a canvas because I am bereft. I am idea-less. My good paintings are done. Why would I want to waste time on bad paintings? I have not even liked the last two at all. They took me over three weeks, and I hate them. I look for a redeeming quality, and it is not there. I do not like the shape, the subject, or the colors I used. I have not finished two of them because I do not like them Enough to finish them. I do not care if they are ever finished. Painting was an all-encompassing compulsion for four years. Am I over it? God, I hope not. It was the most relaxing hobby I have ever had.

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Date: 6/6/2018 9:00:00 AM
I hope not for you too! (I say with a house full of unfinished paintings ;) A painter's trick I don't know if you know... (or if it'll help) Fresh eyes on a painting can be achieved looking at it reversed in a mirror. I hope your muse returns Caren <3 xomo!
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Caren Krutsinger
Date: 6/6/2018 1:47:00 PM
I will try the mirror trick.I am pretty desperate.
Date: 6/5/2018 3:35:00 PM
it sounds very frustrating, caren! i hope you get your painting mojo back soon...
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Caren Krutsinger
Date: 6/6/2018 1:47:00 PM
I do too.It is really frustrating.
Date: 6/5/2018 12:14:00 PM
'Ars longa,' --- like Tom says, the muse will return. Meanwhile, refresh and recharge. Keep the faith. :) gw
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Date: 6/5/2018 9:58:00 AM
Your painting muse will return im sure Caren, sometimes you need a break to charge your batteries. Tom
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