tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87155067756097584132024-03-13T05:13:16.860-07:00Musings by Janelle GoodwinAmerican Tonalist PainterJanelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.comBlogger142125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-38358071902401284962015-01-29T14:19:00.001-08:002015-01-29T14:19:20.480-08:00Sonata<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I enjoy reading blogs where the postings are frequent. Unfortunately, I have been posting sporadically, at best, lately. I very much hope that I can start to post much more in the future. </div>
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Painting is part of who I am at my deepest core. I feel most at home in my own skin when I am at my easel. I find myself getting into the zone while painting. Time flies. Usually I listen to music, especially Josh Groban, as it seems his beautiful voice carries me forward while painting. There is energy in his voice.</div>
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I would love to hear what kind of music you listen to while painting or doing some other creative endeavor. What feeds your soul?</div>
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Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-42097975518055541252014-11-03T12:10:00.000-08:002014-11-03T12:12:54.468-08:00A Most Inspring Quote<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I read a most inspiring quote recently. I need to use it as my mantra every time I get ready to paint. </div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">"There is a vitality, a life-force, an energy, a quickening that is translated through you into action and because there is only one of you in all of time, this expression is unique. And if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium and be lost." (Martha Graham)</span></div>
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Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-71706757735560404692014-08-17T09:29:00.000-07:002014-08-17T09:29:35.188-07:00The Essence of Things<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This small painting just sold through my Etsy store. It is one of the simplest paintings I think I've ever done. To me it describes the essence of what I love about the landscape. </div>
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I have other paintings from years past that are more technically accurate. But over the years I found that I wanted to express something different. There is spirit in the landscape.</div>
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Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-23736581961969656742014-07-11T09:23:00.000-07:002014-07-11T09:23:36.100-07:00Summer Studio Painting<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Some artists enjoy painting plein air. I've done my share of painting outdoors, painting directly from nature. But over time I come to realize that I'm more of a "memory painter". I can observe the landscape in silence. From there I record with my camera or sometimes simply from my own interpretation of memory.</div>
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Even if I paint from a photograph, the painting never looks like the photo. For me the painting needs to come from somewhere inside. Only then does my painting look truly authentic. </div>
Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-7117035733925845412014-06-02T11:39:00.000-07:002014-06-02T12:19:27.785-07:00Eucharisteo<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Eucharisteo is a beautiful word, simply meaning gratitude or thanksgiving. Today I'm feeling healthy and whole and I'm grateful. Back in April, I had an unexpected thing happen to me. I caught the flu. The kind that involves vomiting and that kind of thing. Usually people rebound from this after about three days. But I wasn't getting any better.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">My husband had previously had the same thing but recovered quickly. And he kept telling me that I should at least sit up, not lay down. Long story short, my kidneys had stopped functioning and fortunately I got to the hospital in time. After four days, I was discharged but the recovery took over a month. </span></div>
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<br />Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-52861111580550104922014-03-01T12:57:00.000-08:002014-03-03T06:00:52.664-08:00Serenity<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I named my latest oil painting "Serenity". Thinking of the warm, calm days of summer makes me feel serene after the long winter we've all had this year. I find that I usually paint a place where I want to be, even if it's only in my mind's eye.<br />
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<br />Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-10072387091809904322013-08-29T08:21:00.000-07:002013-08-29T08:21:12.346-07:00Splendour<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have been reading a big hefty book this summer entitled "A History of Tonalism: 1880-1920". It isn't the kind of book that I would read cover to cover. It is the kind where I read some and then ponder on the morsels. In it are beautiful examples of the great American Tonalist works by artists such as George Inness, Homer Dodge Martin, John Henry Twatchtman and James McNeill Whistler. </div>
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All of these visual delights are interspersed with the philosophies of the day by Emerson, Thoreau and Darwin. American Tonalism came about after the Civil War. At that time, the nation was grieving and was trying to come to grips with the horrors of loss. As a result, there came the philosophy that Spirit is in the landscape. And that Spirit was most apparent and visible during the Magic Hours, such as dawn, sunset, twilight and night. </div>
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It was a time of renewal and hope. </div>
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Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-60716080185298438662013-07-21T10:39:00.000-07:002013-07-21T10:39:50.497-07:00Evening Reflections<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; font-style: normal;">We're in the middle of summer already, hard to believe. I love the sounds of the outdoors at this time of year, when it's cool enough to turn the air conditioner off and open the doors and windows. Mostly it's the sounds of the cicadas buzzing. Like a long exhale.</span></i></span></div>
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One of the best parts of summer, I believe, is getting up with the sun. I prefer open windows in summer. That way the sounds of the birds wakes me up before first light. There is a kind of spiritual beauty to watching the sun rise at the start of a new day. </div>
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Like opening a present.</div>
Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-11824251363786220532013-05-20T15:56:00.000-07:002013-09-06T00:14:46.123-07:00Warm or Cold Weather<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This time of year I enjoy the cool of the evening. Today reached into the low nineties. My seasonal clothes are stored in my mother's cedar chest, which I inherited from her. Out came the shorts, sleeveless tees and sandals. I said farewell to my favorite sweaters until next autumn. </div>
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Even though I paint mostly warm weather scenes, I love the cooler months when I get to wear boots, scarves and denim jeans. It seems most people will describe themselves as a "warm weather person" or a "cold weather person". </div>
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Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-29826067352465627852013-01-18T12:48:00.000-08:002013-01-18T12:50:04.875-08:00Deepening the Mystery<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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What makes me want to paint? There are days when I stand in front of the easel, lost in thought, as I scoop the paint up on my brush and onto the canvas. I can do this for hours, not realizing just how much time is going by. For me, it's a process of entering into the painting itself and seeing where it will go. Most of the time, I'm surprised at the result. The painting is rarely what I initially had in mind.</div>
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I imagine it is the same for other people, whatever the creative endeavor. Writing, playing a musical instrument, working in textiles, cooking, building furniture, etc. We all get lost in the creative process. If I go over a week without painting, I just don't feel "right". It's what I do. And I hope to still be painting when I'm 90 years old.</div>
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May you all be blessed with enjoying the creative process during 2013!</div>
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Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-3145596095202091362012-11-08T11:34:00.003-08:002012-11-08T11:36:46.683-08:00Here Comes the Bride<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My daughter, Jessica, got married on September 22 this year. This bridal gown was my mother's, mine and now hers. As you can see there are lots of buttons going down the back and it took me and two bridesmaids, taking turns. to get them all buttoned. The flower girl counted them as 46 in all. <br />
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Jess and Bill got married outdoors at my brother-in-law's farm in the country. Luckily the weather was about 60 degrees and sunny. The arbor has grapevines from the farm property.<br />
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They met on Match.com almost two years ago. The rest, as they say, is history. I feel so very lucky to have this great guy as my son-in-law.<br />
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This is my latest work in progress. I'm finally settling back into my daily routine in my tiny sunroom studio. I hope to catch up with everyone's blogs now that things have winded down somewhat. It's been a very blessed year.Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-65634122979842136682012-08-17T07:45:00.000-07:002012-11-08T11:37:40.907-08:00August Sabbatical<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Just yesterday, I was informed that my painting <i>Silver Springs Sunset </i>was sold. Lisa, the owner of American Artworks Gallery called and let me know. I love it when my paintings go out into the world with a brand new owner!</div>
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I have been on a painting sabbatical for weeks now. My daughter is getting married in September and there are lots of exciting plans being made. This Sunday is her bridal shower. So my head is full of things like flowers, wedding dresses and such. </div>
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So I'm thinking that come October and November, I will get back into the gentle, quiet days of painting in my little sun room studio. The paints, brushes and canvases can wait.</div>
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It's the beginning of summer. Even though it seems that it has been summer for quite a while, actually Summer Solstice took place just yesterday. I do a lot of reading this time of year. Sometimes I crave an Agatha Christie novel or sometimes just a book of quotes. I came across this one and it spoke to me.<br />
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The above painting is a commission I was working on most recently. It sat at my easel for quite a long time because it is larger than what I'm used to painting. At the start of each painting, I have an idea of how I want it to look but it rarely comes out looking like what is in my mind's eye. More often than not, it turns out to be a complete surprise to me.</div>
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As many of you know, my home has been in an uproar since last December when we had a flood in our basement. My computer used to be down there. Since the flood, the whole house was affected. My paintings went upstairs into the den (above). And I couldn't even set foot in that room with tripping over them. The basement is slowly getting restored and the paintings are happily back in their racks in a new room in the basement.<br />
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As a result of this, my computer is finally upstairs near natural light (yay!). I bought a new Mac router so that the computer can go anywhere in the house. <br />
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Believe it or not, for a while my computer was in the bathroom which is currently under construction. It was in there since last January. Yes, right next to the loo. Not exactly inspiration for writing blog posts.Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-27104316171431073912012-04-29T08:15:00.000-07:002012-04-29T08:15:57.783-07:00Silent Evening<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>Silent Evening</i> is a painting I did in early February. There is so much to catch up with for me. My house is still in a state of partial disarray due to the flood we had last December. Since then we have had numerous workmen in the house, from jack hammers to painters. Needless to say, there has been lots of dust too!</div>
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Our house is slowly getting back to normal. As a matter of fact, it will probably be in a much better state when everything is finally done, since the basement will now be a lovely family room with new carpeting. Until then, my art helps me feel "sane". While I'm painting, all is right with the world.</div>Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-66205621713191154642012-02-13T11:42:00.000-08:002012-02-13T11:42:56.415-08:00Cure for Cabin Fever<div style="text-align: left;">
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We are still in the midst of having our basement reconstructed after the flood from December. Everything had to be covered or brought upstairs since they are still working on the drywall. And the dust just seems to float upstairs through the heating vents. Needless to say, this has had an impact on my painting.</div>
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So a little inspiration was in order. Going to the Art Institute of Chicago always fills my creative well. These photos were taken on my brother's iPhone. I can't believe the great quality.</div>
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I hope your February has been a beautiful one, filled with inspiration.Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-24922012612082947072012-01-19T12:04:00.000-08:002012-01-19T14:24:28.368-08:00Feeling Right At Home<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have been looking for the right gallery to put my work in for quite some time. I found American Artworks Gallery last fall when my brother, Joel, told me about it. He thought it might make a good fit and he was right. This gallery not only has paintings, but also has beautiful handmade jewelry, textiles and many other original craft works. <br />
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This is one of my oil paintings sitting on a beautiful wooden ledge. The building was actually a pharmacy at one time and the woodwork was part of the store. It's hard to believe that a pharmacy was so elegant with all the architectural amenities. My, times have changed.</div>
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American Artworks Gallery is located just east of Chicago and right next to Oak Park, Illinois. Maybe you are familiar with Oak Park. This is where Frank Lloyd Wright's home and studio are. Also there are many of Wright's original homes and other buildings. This area is an Arts and Crafts paradise.<br />
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My paintings feel right at home in this wonderful gallery. That is, until it is time to go to a new home. Thanks for taking these pictures for me, Joel!</div>Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-16082311234633438162011-12-23T14:38:00.000-08:002011-12-23T14:38:10.764-08:00No Computer EeeeeecccckkkkkI just want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Also Happy New Year. Last week our basement flooded with four inches of water. Luckily, my computer wasn't affected, but is disconnected. At the moment I'm using my son's little Acer. <br />
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This is my latest painting called "Joy". I've been away from the easel and computer lately because I'm involved in a different painting project. Not my favorite though. I've been prepping and painting the master bathroom. It's not nearly as satisfying as painting oil paintings:) </div>
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I find that when I can't paint at the easel, I'm still painting in my head. I'm looking forward to getting back to doing what I love most, which is painting oil landscapes in my little sun room. </div>
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The month of November is the month on abundance. It's the time of year when we celebrate Thanksgiving and think about all we have to be grateful for in our lives. I love the simplicity of this holiday. It's time to gather with family and friends and enjoy each other in the spirit of peace.</div>
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We miss those who are no longer with us, but choose to reminisce about the good times. And it seems every year there is someone new who comes to the table, be it new friends of my children or just someone who is far from home and has nowhere to go. </div>
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This painting sold last week. I'm happy that it's going to a new home, but I think I'll miss it. As an oil painter, I always find it almost impossible to replicate a painting. Even if I look at my own painting in front of me, it just never works out the same. </div>
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Thought I'd share some of the goings on in my kitchen lately. This is my daughter and her boyfriend. He gave her a fantastic juicer for her birthday. Here they are reading the instructions for the first test run. They had just come back from the Farmer's Market with fresh produce.<br />
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Here's Jess doing the prep work. She loves to work in the kitchen. Cooking is her passion. Luckily her boyfriend likes doing dishes. I think it's a match made in heaven. <br />
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My latest smallish painting called "Beloved". It's 12x16 done on cotton stretched canvas.<br />
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I entered "Chimes" at the Danada Nature Art and Photography show this year. I'm happy the judge liked it. I hope your October is a blessed one!Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-24788829792345454622011-09-29T14:00:00.000-07:002011-09-29T14:00:21.927-07:00Autumn Oldie<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>Autumn Woods</i></div>
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I was going through some of my old paintings and came across this one from years back. This style is so foreign to me now. It was done when I was just learning to paint with oils. But I just had to pull it out because autumn is my very favorite time of year. It's hard to believe that it's almost October.</div>
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Here is my favorite autumn quote:</div>
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<i>The fields are harvested and bare,</i></div>
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<i>And Winter whistles through the square.</i></div>
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<i>October dresses in flame and gold</i></div>
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<i>like a woman afraid of growing old.</i></div>
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<i> - Anne Mary Lawler</i></div>
Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8715506775609758413.post-57714448177305558562011-09-13T08:07:00.000-07:002011-09-13T08:10:08.111-07:00Kindred Spirits<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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My painting "The Magic Hour" sold last weekend. I have several paintings in a new gallery in Forest Park, Illinois, not far from Chicago. The owner told me that foot traffic had not been good this summer. Maybe because of the economy, heat, or other factors. <br />
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Suddenly this painting was bought by someone who just had to have it. Which leaves me wondering ... what is it about certain paintings that compel people to buy them? <br />
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I have certainly purchased my share of paintings over the years. Usually there is something about it that I relate to very strongly. I just have to have it. I guess what I'm wondering is what that certain something is about my own paintings. Are your collectors really kindred spirits?Janelle Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00421704740728568653noreply@blogger.com13