Weekly Reflection 9/3

In reflecting on my work and it's direction following the studio visit this week, I've had a few thoughts. No cloud-parting revelations or anything like that, but I think some things clarified in my mind that need to be expressed.

First of all, I've come to realize that I've built quite a barrier in between my work and myself. My paintings are all about thoughts, not feelings - there's no depth or personal investment. This is something I do subconsciously in my relationships, which is ironic considering a large theme in my work is having a real human connection with people. I certainly have no lack of emotional experiences to draw from in my work, and I think that's the problem. Vulnerability is scary. However, having identified that as a problem, I can do something about it now, and consciously be vulnerable in my art.

Second, I need to be asking myself a lot more questions. At each stage in the process of making a painting, I should be asking myself "why?" Why does this need to be made? Why make it this way? Why not do that? Why does this matter? Etc. This will help cross the line between illustrations and art.

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  1. zibastSeptember 9, 2017 at 11:39 AM

    Thomas, I have the same thoughts about myself: My paintings are all about thoughts, not feelings. I found that I am always trying to hide my emotions, both in my life and my works. I believe that art is not something separated from everyday life. So, it makes me fell that my works lack "something". we can talk more about it and share our ideas. maybe it helps.

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