Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Synchronize


Synchronize 8" x 8" acrylic on canvas panel

I love that moment when you're riding a horse and there's this perfect communication between both of you. Like you understand each other perfectly.

The other day I had an A-ha! moment when I was painting this acrylic. I don't really know how it happened, but I was painting this and then something sort of clicked in my brain and I felt like I finally understood how I want to paint with these acrylics! Eureka!!

Don't you just love it when that happens?  :)

And last night my wonderful, amazing, super-hot husband got me a bunch of masonite boards and I can't wait to get started on them! It's good to be an artist, right? Even though sometimes it's hard, and frustrating, and maybe even down right depressing when we're blocked, or our work doesn't live up to our own expectations, it's still awesome to be an artist. It makes us happy. And it makes other people happy. And one can never be too happy.  :)

Also, I'm putting the finishing touches on a watercolor painting that I'm pretty excited about. It should be ready to post next week.

Until then everybody!


Posted by Crystal Cook at 7:47 AM
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29 comments:

  1. Jennifer MacNeillMay 31, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Love this painting!

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  2. John (JWJarts)May 31, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    I love the tight composition with this one and yes, those penny-dropping moments are priceless. ;-)

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  3. yashaMay 31, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Loved this painting Crystal and yes it always feels great to be an artist.:)

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  4. Carol BlackburnMay 31, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    Nicely done, Crystal....super job. Can't wait to see what you think about the masonite. I've seen other bloggers use it, I tried, but it didn't feel comfortable to me. I bought a piece of Aquabord 9 x 12 that I want to try a watercolor on but it's sitting on the easel intimidating me. I don't have a vision for what is to go on it just yet.

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  5. Carrie Waller WatercolorsMay 31, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Yay for your "Eureka" moment and for super hot supportive hubbies:) This painting is terrific! Love the energy and the brush strokes. Can't wait to see more:)

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  6. Sonya JohnsonMay 31, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Your work is tremendous, and I'm glad I found your blog as well :).

    I love those moments you describe here, where everything comes together and the painting seems to flow effortlessly onto the canvas. Beautiful, rich colors in this, too!

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  7. Lisa M GriffinMay 31, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    you have truly captured the spirit of this animal... great composition.

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  8. TeresaMay 31, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    What a great painting! And aren't those "eureka" moments divine? Thanks for stopping by my blog... I'm enjoying browsing your blog.... love your art!

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  9. MichelleMay 31, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    Ooooooh, it's beautiful, Crystal.

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  10. MTeacressMay 31, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    I've enjoyed watching your style come out in each of the mediums you've tried. Very nice work. ;)

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  11. Meera RaoMay 31, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Those expressive brushstrokes really capture the movement of the horse!!! Wonderfully done!

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  12. CrystalMay 31, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    This is just gorgeous! I love painting on masonite boards too! :-)

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  13. maddyroseMay 31, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    You're doing amazing work with acrylic paints. This piece is wonderful. Congrats on the Eureka moment. I haven't had one in such a long time I don't think I can remember how it feels. Have a creative week.

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  14. UnknownMay 31, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    As an engineer, eureka moments are worth a lot to me but are also so temporary. When they happen in my arty moments ... they're priceless and lasting!
    Lovely painting!

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  15. martinealisonMay 31, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    Très belle peinture... L'amour du cheval... est présent...
    bisous

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  16. Sandra BusbyJune 1, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    Wow - It seems as though you are also a natural with acrylics! This is fantastic! There is so much movent and life in this painting - It's truly, jolly awesome :0)

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  17. RachelJune 1, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Great painting! I'm glad you had the lightbulb moment! What a cute horse and fun composition!

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  18. PatJune 1, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Stunning painting!

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  19. Carol DeMumbrumJune 1, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Crystal, love your paintings! I'm so glad you visited my blog. You are so right about it being good to be an artist, like everything it has its ups and downs, but I thank God every time I paint. Love the movement and perspective of this painting.

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  20. hmuxoJune 1, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Your posts always make me smile, Crystal. This painting is beautiful as always.

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  21. Barbra JoanJune 2, 2011 at 4:34 AM

    Crystal ,, yes those aha! moments are the best! love your blog, your work is a joy to see. !
    BJ

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  22. Log Cabin StudioJune 2, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Love the energy you captured in this one..Awesome
    Caroline

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  23. RoxyJune 2, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    Gorgeous colors. This painting is so alive. I wish I was the girl riding the beautiful horse. I'll just think of her and dream that I can. . .

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  24. Nancy Van BlaricomJune 3, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    Great perspective ... lovely work. The perfect size also.

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  25. Mermaid's PaletteJune 3, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    Beautiful, Crystal! Love the painting, and the post- you are right- one can never be too happy!

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  26. Kim VanlandinghamJune 3, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Can't wait to see the new watercolor and love the acrylic. Glad you had that "aha" moment!

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  27. Trade Your TalentJune 8, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    what a great painting!

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  28. Fay AkersJuly 17, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    its been a while since I visited it took me while to look at all your wonderful new art.

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  29. c.dingmanDecember 13, 2011 at 3:31 AM

    Cropping the composition works so well. Love the movement.

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