12/30/10

The Art Of The Blog


In 1999, pregnant with my first child and severely nauseous as a result, I quit my Color Theory painting class at the 92nd Street Y in New York, packed up my brushes, paints and easel, (as the smell of these would send me reeling), and never thought about creating art again... until this past year.  It seems that so many of the blogs that I gravitate toward are authored by artists.  Inspired by all of these talented ladies, I'm seriously considering making 2011 the year that I unearth my brushes and paints, and get back to it.

47 comments:

Bethany Dirksen said...

Do it! I bet it will be really liberating. And of course...show us the results. As one artist to another I hope your ventures are enriching :)

Heather said...

Fabulous! Good for you, I can't wait to see some of your art. I love creating art! xxoo

Things That Inspire said...

Before I started blogging, my creative outlet was painting - I have painted countless school auction projects, I have taken oil painting, abstract painting, and encaustic classes through the years. When my kids were young, it was all but impossible to paint at home, as I could not set up and keep the supplies out - and there really wasn't a space for the supplies.

In the new house, there will be a dedicated space for art supplies and artistic endeavors - all of my kids like art (and one of them likes sewing and ceramics) - so, like you, I am hoping to get back into art!

anita @ a dreamer's den said...

Yes! I think we need to listen to that inner voice when it speaks.
I can't wait to see your next masterpiece!! :)

The Simply Luxurious Life said...

What a talent to have! I wish you all the success this 2011 in pursuing this goal. Have a lovely start to the new year. :)

ASHLEY said...

I wish you the best!! I think creating is such an awesome outlet, can't wait to see what 2011 brings! I totally envy you! I can't draw or paint to save my life!

The Rural Socialite said...

Yes! Yes! You should get back into painting. It's a skill and a talent that shouldn't go by the wayside; I paint as much as I can.
As for me, I am totally inspired by travel for 2011. Not just jaunts to the mountains for a weekend, but real, authentic travel with only a guidebook and good common sense. I'm not sure I'll get there, but it's fun to dream!

Anne-Marie @ 10 Rooms said...

Hope you'll share your work with us :)

shari @ little blue deer said...

Love, love, love all of these ladies! I cannot say enough about how much blogging has inspired me, I am a graphic designer, not a fine artist, but being surrounded by such creativity day after day in the blogosphere gets me going! Great post! XX!

Bruce Barone said...

I can't wait to see what you see and create!!!

Dancing Branflake said...

This is so awesome that you featured all these bloggers! Such a fantastic post and I cannot wait to see your creations. You will do fabulous (as you do with all your endeavors!)

Acanthus and Acorn said...

JUST DO IT!!! I think anything that feels unfinished is worth pursuing!

Laura Trevey said...

Sue! You are the sweetest.... and if I had anything to do with you being inspired to pick up your brushes, then I am beyond flattered...

So glad we "met" this year, and you are a friend I need to "meet in real life" in 2011!

xoxo hugs!
Laura

Hamptontoes said...

Go for it Sue! I'd love to see your creations and I think it's healthy to pursue what the heart desires! Looking forward to getting together in the new year!

christine {bijouandboheme} said...

Oh you have too- I paint for fun but I am always so envious of people that can actually paint for real- a talent like that simply has to be expolored. Great post and I agree, blogland is endlessly inspiring. xo

quintessence said...

I agree with everyone here who has already posted - you clearly have the creative drive - you should most definitely pursue your passion - you will find it SO fulfilling!!

I Dream Of said...

Oh yes! Definitely break out those brushes, I would love to see what you do! Everyone needs a creative outlet I think. I'm determined to spend more time with my paints in the coming year...the day job takes up a lot of time and energy, but you have to make room for happiness! Good luck...let us know how it goes! XX

Belly said...

Good luck! I'm not surprised to hear about your (additional) creative side.

Debra Phillips said...

oh sue, i so admire anyone with the skill of painting. share with us this additional talent you possess! i loved seeing all the artist bloggers and their particular style.
new years day i am off to art school for two weeks to learn perspective and hopefully the ability to draw and paint. wish me luck, i am a miserable failure but keep trying!
best in 2011
debra

Tammy@InStitches said...

I can't wait to see what you create, Sue ! Happy New Year.

Stephanie said...

Oh, I hear you! Being a wife, mom, lawyer, friend, daughter, sister has gotten in the way. I wanted to paint SO badly last year, and I got busy and the itch passed. My goal this year is to create some art for our walls. As for inspiration - you're the tops! Happy New Year and I hope 2011 is filled with health, happiness, prosperity, family and love. Thanks for all your kind words through the year.

Teresa at Splendid Sass said...

Get busy! I took a painting class this past semester. It helped me so much with colors! I have painted before, but the education in color was so helpful.
Have a happy 2011.
Teresa
xoxo

sarah, flourish design + style said...

Yes, yes, yes! xo

Marianne - Style For Living said...

Yes, get back to painting! I've done a few paintings for my home. I find it so relaxing. Can't wait to see what you come up with! Happy New Year!

Connie @ SogniESorrisi said...

I think you should definitely do it!

Brandi said...

What a fabulous goal for 2011! Can't wait to see what you create. I was always jealous of people who could make their own art until I realized I don't have to be an expert to make mine! It was such an uplifting realization!

Alcira Molina-Ali said...

Lovely post ;)
Love to hear your preggo backstory.
Hope you get back to the art, pronto. My parents lived for a year or so right near the 92 S Y. Memories...
Cheers and have a happy new year, Alcira

nerochronicles.com

Jackie said...

Sounds like a lovely resolution. Go for it!

Mary Jo from TrustYourStyle said...

Yes! I hope that you will!

xoxo Mary Jo

Gifts of Serendipity said...

Thank you for sharing these artists of inspiration.
I was a fan of several already but have been delighted to discover some new people and will enjoy being delighted by them.

Best wishes for all that you resolve for 2011,

Felicity x

Mackenzie {Design Darling} said...

What a wonderful goal! There's plenty of inspiration out there : ) I would love to see your work! Happy 2011!

CDS said...

You should definately do it and start painting again! I love all these artists blogs you follow! I'm glad I found your blog this year. xoxo

Mosaicista Appassionata said...

Go ahead!!! Am I right to say there will be a lot of purple and orange in your paintings?

ps: First pic is BEAUTIFUL!

Kim@Chattafabulous said...

Do it Sue! Funny, we just found out my niece is preggers for the first time - she has to leave us mid-conversation to go throw up! So great that you are considering a re-visit to your artistic side!

LiveLikeYou said...

Pick them up and go do it. Life is short-don't wait!! Have a Happy New Year!

Sarah B said...

Go for it! My aim is to get more motivated with my art as well. Lets make 2011 a super-creative year!

Marcus Design said...

I agree! I follow so many talented artists blogs. And I don't give enough time to my art, I will be trying to do that in 2011. Thanks for the inspiration!
Nancy xo

bentley waters said...

Go for it, dive in and pick up the brushes. Happy New Year!

Carmen Martins said...
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Carmen Martins said...

Do it! I bet it will be amazing!!! Well, I´d like to have my own online store. Let´s see if I can get it. Happy New Year, darling

Kisses and hugs from Sao Paulo Brazil

Carmen - blog Achados de Decoração (aka Decoration Findings)

Casa Bella said...

I think I have too many things that inspire me and that's a problem. I need to focus my energy into one. That has proven to be awfully difficult so far...
That's great that you are getting back into painting. You have such great taste, I can't wait to see what you create. Happy New year to you!

Style Maniac said...

that's one of the best new year's resolutions I've heard ... can't wait to see what you create.
happy new year.

Space by Eliana Tomas said...

i really like the painting by Karena (evoking rothko's work). it reminds me the idea of a sunset on a portuguese sea :)

shopgirl said...

I completely hear you! I want to do the same thing and spend more time being creative. Go for it! I'm sure you'll be happier for it.

Have an Awesome 2011 sweetie!

xoxo

Sarah said...

Pull out those brushes girl!

Charlotta Ward said...

Dear Sue. Thank you so much for this flattering mention. To be in the company of so many great artists is fantastic. Especially since quite a few of them are my friends.

I hope your own artworks will flow freely out of your paintbrush and that we get to share the journey here on the blog.

Big hugs and thank you again.

xx Charlotta

pve design said...

How in the world did I miss this post. I must be slipping.
Well - a fashionably late thank-you.
pve

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