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painting with Presence

6/4/2014

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In front of the blank canvas.....
Before beginning  to paint, whether starting on a new blank canvas or continuing with the next layer of paint, if we take a moment to connect with ourselves, and how we are feeling, and then make a choice to let go of all other distractions - the to-do lists and what happened yesterday - the mind settles to the task at hand and we can focus.
Painting with a level of stillness and clarity ensures that the painting will convey that energy, it won't carry emotion or drive or any need to be liked.
Have you ever noticed how you feel when looking at  paintings,  perhaps in a gallery or on a wall at home?
Every painting or artwork carries the energy of the maker, and knowing this and how we are affected means there is a level of responsibility with making our art.
Painting with Presence - breathing gently - will ensure the body is not stressed, the mind stays focussed, and time comes to us. This feels light and spacious in the body, and this is the quality of energy we can offer the viewer.


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    In the early morning you will find me at my desk with a cup of tea, making notes about a possible new painting, the next workshop, or the next article or blog to write. In the evening you will find me walking the beach, or along the lane from the house, looking  closely at pebbles or footprints in sand, or gazing into the distance at clouds and horizons. In between - all manner of adventures, interactions, creative projects being developed.

    Bernadette Curtin lives in the Byron Bay hinterland, in Northern New South Wales.

    She has a wealth of experience as an artist, art educator and mentor, having worked with young artists at secondary and tertiary levels, at Ruyton Girls School, the NGV and RMIT, Melbourne. She has  helped adults prepare folios for tertiary courses, and conducted art workshops from her studio. She has led field trips to the outback  and runs on-line tutorials in creative expression. In her words:
    "Painting and drawing were natural ways to express as a child. I loved playing with watercolours, coloured pencils and paint. Making art has been a constant practice in my life, and the best way I know to respond to the beauty of nature. I have enjoyed teaching art for many years, and I would love to share the joy and playfulness of your natural expression with you."

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