![]() I missed another day. In missing that day, I had actually convinced myself that no one but me cared about this project. I had told myself that creating a painting *almost* every day would be ok because I was the only person that was viewing the project as it progressed. I mentioned this in passing to Gary... Gary said he cared about the project and that he thought I should continue and paint every day. Then my former student, Alex, sent me a facebook message stating; "I love your kachina series!!! Please don't stop <3" which totally threw me for a loop. Then Lauren, a fellow Artworks Board Member, told me he was really interested in the series I'm creating and that they were very good (exact words unknown, but that was the gist). The external validation and acknowlegement of my work was a big motivator. So here is my day 16. Kachina is resting on the tufted bench that sits in my guest room. He looks rested, and I am now going to rest as well. I'll try my best to paint every day. Fingers crossed that I can manage my goal and my
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Becke Singleton
8/17/2013 10:20:23 am
I'm following along, Lora. Really enjoying it. I've done writing and sketching everyday...but never a painting a day. Inspiring. Kachina was the perfect choice. Some are illustrative. Some evoke emotion. Trying to pick a favorite...but I like too many so I will hold out until the end. Keep painting. Please.
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Donna Watkins
8/18/2013 12:10:36 am
I'm following too and I love it!
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