tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21224828.post3971003492724410853..comments2023-10-30T05:27:54.708-07:00Comments on INSIDE THE ARTIST'S STUDIO: Thumbnail SketchCasey Childshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01351601841991492308noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21224828.post-53840566299604721792007-01-29T10:26:00.000-08:002007-01-29T10:26:00.000-08:00On L.L.Swindle...though she is undeniably talented...On L.L.Swindle...though she is undeniably talented, I'm not a huge fan. However, I appreciate her dedication to the subject. Of course, there is a grand debate about LDS art/artists that we could delve into - the whole heavy- handed, message-driven aspect of much LDS art vs. faith-informed, though less dogmatic works. There is a place for everything, I suppose, and what it really comes down to (for me, at least) is technique combined with the evocative qualities of a work. <br /><br />A fine example is Brian Kershisnik's work. I know his painting style is quite different from your own, but have you seen his wonderful painting of the Nativity at the current BYU MOA show? I almost fell down, and Maggie and I just sat there for the longest time. Kershisnik has said that painting is a religious act, one that makes a "rip in the membrane that lets God come out." <br /><br />I know I'm going on and on here. Everyone at this computer is eager to see the progress of this painting. I think adding a little Caravaggio-infused work to the LDS artistic canon will be refreshing and enlightening. Happy painting!following her blisshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14586008346683733209noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21224828.post-5224295965760421722007-01-29T09:19:00.000-08:002007-01-29T09:19:00.000-08:00scott - Thanks for the compliment and checking out...scott - Thanks for the compliment and checking out my site. I saw your blog, your work is also very impressive. I especially like you urban landscapes. I really like the mood you create with them. Very nice. <br /><br />ms. bliss - yes, I'm very excited about this one. I've never wanted to paint an LDS theme because I was always kind of put off by what is already out there. But I think this one will have a true renaissance feel to it. And I think this historical event will be fairly easy to recreate since it's a night scene, so no background to worry about. And only a few props, a tar bucket and feathers. Plus I will be taking some liberties for composition sake anyway. I want the painting to be about how the light bounces off the figure and onto the next--like a Caravaggio painting.<br /><br />That's interesting you met L.L. Swindle, she's huge in the LDS art market. I'm curious what you think of her work. And I really like you comments about the title. Just as you said, perhaps the title will present itself as the painting progresses.<br /><br />dish - well, I'll expect some comments once the painting gets going. :)Casey Childshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01351601841991492308noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21224828.post-23742974473554289292007-01-28T19:02:00.000-08:002007-01-28T19:02:00.000-08:00Just found your site and blog. Your work is impre...Just found your site and blog. Your work is impressive.Scott Hunterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13915338683374578895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21224828.post-68373723339032412062007-01-27T10:01:00.000-08:002007-01-27T10:01:00.000-08:00Bold undertaking! I'll be interested to see the p...Bold undertaking! I'll be interested to see the progress and your interpretation. While I was on my mission at Liberty Jail, L.L.Swindle came with her entourage to reenact events for her painting of Joseph there. I think it is always challenging to interpret historical figures and/or events in any context, so good luck! <br /><br />I think the prospective title is nice, particularly since after being abused in this way, J.S. preached love and mercy - kind of along the lines of "they know not what they do." I like a title that can evoke both sentiments...calling for himself or calling for others. Of course, you'll know best what to title it as it progresses.following her blisshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14586008346683733209noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21224828.post-81621765190607981622007-01-26T18:24:00.000-08:002007-01-26T18:24:00.000-08:00No comment here ... yet ...No comment here ... yet ...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com