After: with acrylic paint and encaustic
Before: raw material
I like to have white paper on my bench at the start of a new project. It makes the space feel like Something is About to Happen.
It also provides a fixed place for notes and sketches and anything else related to the work. I just keep writing and marking it up. . .and when the work is complete, I tear off the paper and discard it.
Except this last time. I decided that from this point on, I am going to keep the paper, but change it into something else. . .and right around this time, Larry Calkins ran his amazing encaustic workshop at Pratt. Perfect timing.
Hey Rebbecca, These will make a great records for your permanent note-books! R.
Indeed!
I always love it when you take a class with me. You have a terrific way of looking at the world.
Thanks Larry. I really enjoy your approach to teaching and I love seeing what you’re working on. . .if only I had that prolific gene in me. . . Thanks again for a great workshop!