Waterspout VII

[vaneramos]

Finished this drawing today. I'm not satisfied with it, and don't know whether it will be one to go to Denver. But it's different from the old Waterspouts, and I like the direction it's headed. One difference is, I spent three days working on it, rather than two or three hours. I'm getting more involved in the process, rather than the act, of creating a drawing. This seems worthwhile because drawing comes from a different place than writing; a wordless place. Leaving it and coming back allows me time to think about what I'm expressing, and give it a chance to show.

This drawing helped lift me from depression. I've noticed the relationship before. My most productive period of drawing (1998 and 1999) helped me grope through one of my worst depressions after Marian and Brenna moved away.

As usual, my monitor doesn't do justice to the colours. I hope some of you can see them.

Constructive criticism will be gratefully accepted.





See it in higher resolution (actual size is 5"x7").

Comments

[bill-kiowa.livejournal.com]

After extensively adjusting the settings on my monitor, I think I can finally appreciate your art (at least to a much greater degree than before!). This one looks very nice; I particularly like how the orb on the right resembles the sun. The water cascading around it is a really lovely image.

[vaneramos.livejournal.com]

Thank you. I'm glad you were able to adjust your monitor. I was able to do so at one point, but at one point I had to replace the video card, and the new one is not as readily adjustable.

[aboutlooking.livejournal.com]

oh my. i love it. and whats weird is that minutes ago i was reading a review of arthur dove, whose work i love love love.

[vaneramos.livejournal.com]

I think you have introduced me to a new inspiration.

[kwangjse.livejournal.com]

I love it! In fact, the first time I saw it I thought how cool it was before even seeing that you had created it, which, of course, makes it even cooler. It is very uplifting.

[vaneramos.livejournal.com]

Many thanks!

[dencoartist.livejournal.com]

Oh man...if this is what is heading towards Net.Works, I'm even MORE excited about the show than ever!

I love it...it is absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!

MORE MORE MORE!!!

[vaneramos.livejournal.com]

Thanks for the encouragement, Mark. There is certainly more to come.

[avad.livejournal.com]

there's something so comforting/nurturing in the colors and movement...it conveys something quite strong...a feeling...yes this is a healing work. It will help heal you And others.
muchlove,
D

[vaneramos.livejournal.com]

Thanks for your words. Funny, I was feeling quite agitated this morning, and the drawing I did today really calmed me down. The energy that went into it is much different from this one. I'll post it presently.

Love,
Van

[capitalcor.livejournal.com]

Love it. Love it!

[vaneramos.livejournal.com]

Thanks, bud. Glad you enjoyed!