Trying something new:

I am taking a painting class. It turns out that I really enjoy painting -- it is such an incredible release. This is my first painting class EVER, and I am getting a chance to explore oil painting. I've toyed around mostly with acrylics beforehand, but oil is a completely different experience.

Our first project was to paint several objects, using different values of one color. Now, I did not mention that painting still life and/or people is not my forte - I enjoy painting abstractly. I like experimenting with color, shapes, and textures. But it is definitely a wonderful learning experience and it is a challenge in the creative sense. And what is art, or better yet, life without any mistakes. That is the most beautiful part - the imperfections.

My inspiration derives from so many different artists (as well as living people) and their work has been such an influence on how I paint. Mainly because of the use of their bold colors and their unapologetic passion. I wanted to post some work from various artists that inspire me to create on every level.