I heard an inspirational quote today that really struck a chord in me. I was reminded that disappointment and discouragement don't mean that you've reached the end of the road. It's just a good time to refocus and review where you're going and which path you're taking to get there. 

 

 

  When no one else seems to have faith in you or even worse, when you start loosing faith in yourself,  try to look at things in a different way and don't quit. There is something to be said for being stubborn. When it's channeled in the right direction it can become a positive attribute like perserverance.

New Day.....New Blog!

HAPPY SPRING!

As they say, it's a time for rebirth and new beginnings.

It seemed like the perfect time to make a commitment to start a new blog.

Being cooped up inside for this incredibly long winter, gave me plenty of time

to ponder the direction of my art business. After two full years of hard work,

experimentation, financial and social sacrifice, I've finally realized that of

all my creative dreams and endeavors, the one thing that I can't give up is

 PAINTING! 

In celebration of that 

I will dedicate by new blog to that topic.

Here is an idea of what you will find on my blog.

• Photos and descriptions of my latest projects
• Videos or step my step instructions on techniques
• Writing on topics about painting such as Inspiration, composition, etc.
• Experiments with new painting techniques

In 2011

I plan to focus mainly on portraits of all kinds and small scale paintings that are

more affordable to the average consumer. I'll be selling my work mostly at festivals,
juried art shows, at local businesses that display and sell artist's work and online as well.
My schedule and information on all events will be posted here on my blog.

My Latest Pet Portrait

I was inspired to paint this portrait because of the dramatic light on Luke's face and along his back.
The reflection in the water grounds the piece while the vibrant colors and strong contrast
created by the late afternoon sun help define the composition.  I hoped to illustrate
the slow paced relaxed feeling that Luke was conveying to me
as he cooled off in the water.

"Chilling Out" | Acrylic on Canvas | 16" x 16" | American Cocker Spaniel


You can view more Pet Portraits at www.jancondon.com

This is the photograph that was used as a reference for "Chilling Out"