Life is so very busy and full of distractions at the moment; and it shows in my art!
I can't seem to settle to sit with one notion, idea or project and follow it though. I think I'm anxious about the multiplicity of things I have to deliver on - from work, to art, to family and I am trying to move them all forward a wee bit at a time. Sometimes this approach works to relieve my anxiety; sometimes it just adds to it!
I think I probably just need some quiet sitting time to think and reflect, to organise and prioritise and feel settled again.
Tomorrow maybe...
But for today I have a cornucopia of things, a few bibs and bobs from here and there and absolutely nothing close to being finished! Still, there's much to enjoy and get on with.
Here are those lovely inky circles and whirls all dry. And flat.
With room to play with...
And more preparations for our Open Studio on 6 & 7 July..some swing tags for the scarves.
And some more pebble scrabble - it's always very popular! Here I am replacing the letters that have been used up.
And just because I wanted to get into the game as well...the moon. Barry has taken some amazing shots over the past few days, and this morning when we got up for our walk I couldn't help myself and just had to duck onto the deck and photograph it as it set.
And I even managed to stay steady enough in the brisk cold to get a close up. Yay!
So I am reminded not to worry or to stress; the sun and the moon will rise and set, and the days will happen in their own wonderful way. Just breathe.
I can't seem to settle to sit with one notion, idea or project and follow it though. I think I'm anxious about the multiplicity of things I have to deliver on - from work, to art, to family and I am trying to move them all forward a wee bit at a time. Sometimes this approach works to relieve my anxiety; sometimes it just adds to it!
I think I probably just need some quiet sitting time to think and reflect, to organise and prioritise and feel settled again.
Tomorrow maybe...
But for today I have a cornucopia of things, a few bibs and bobs from here and there and absolutely nothing close to being finished! Still, there's much to enjoy and get on with.
Here are those lovely inky circles and whirls all dry. And flat.
With room to play with...
And more preparations for our Open Studio on 6 & 7 July..some swing tags for the scarves.
And some more pebble scrabble - it's always very popular! Here I am replacing the letters that have been used up.
And just because I wanted to get into the game as well...the moon. Barry has taken some amazing shots over the past few days, and this morning when we got up for our walk I couldn't help myself and just had to duck onto the deck and photograph it as it set.
And I even managed to stay steady enough in the brisk cold to get a close up. Yay!
So I am reminded not to worry or to stress; the sun and the moon will rise and set, and the days will happen in their own wonderful way. Just breathe.
That last photo is wonderful Fiona. You must either have a great camera or very clear skies and you're right, things go on regardless. Pace yourself, think good karma and keep on going. Things are looking good!
ReplyDeleteThanks Lesley - we bought a good camera in January - the one that absorbs 'shake' the best; and we use it only for art shots; and how cool that it can zoom to the moon? I was astounded when Barry first showed me photos he took of the moon with it. I shall remember to breathe and get bit organised - that always helps. Thanks again, go well.
DeleteGreat to end with that moon portrait and a reminder to breathe. Thanks. Feels better already.
ReplyDeleteThanks Annie - the rising and setting of the moon is also a way to consider time isn't it? and it helps to remind me the world keeps ticking over...
DeleteAmazing - love that first moon shot, love that it gives the context of where you are looking from. The second has incredible detail, that must be a great camera!
ReplyDeleteThanks Valerianna - the first shows how far away it is doesn't it? Then the close up - I am amazed the camera can zoom to the moon.
DeleteWow those moon shots are sensational ...!
ReplyDeleteThanks Charlton - we've been having fun, and the weather has been kind- clear skies most of the time the moon was full.
Deleteloved those circle ink lines wet - they are just as beautiful dry. x
ReplyDeleteThanks Susan - I hope to be able to make something of them!
DeleteHI Fiona, yes what is it? I am undertaking similar feelings. Thanks for reminding to 'just breathe' Your close up image of the moon is just breath taking. K x
ReplyDeleteHi Kim - who knows?; just loads on and happening I guess! Remembering to breathe and to smile makes a difference I find. Yeah, how cool is that moon zoom?!?
ReplyDeleteHello Fiona, yes what is it? I am undertaking comparative emotions. Much obliged concerning reminding to 'just breathe' Your nearby up picture of the moon is just amazing. top crowdfunding sites
ReplyDeleteThanks Allison and sorry - your comment got lost in my spam folder - apologies! Just remembering to breathe and knowing the moon will fill and shrink all on its own time is good for me. Go well
DeleteThose swing tags are gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lyndell - pretty yummy!
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