Avoiding my artwork again

Once I start a painting, I am usually ready to work. Yet, it sits on the easel. This past week, the only time I did any artwork was during my Tuesday and Wednesday lifedrawing studios.

I've been tired, weary. Somewhat depressed. I need a vacation. We are going on a family vacation soon. After that, I think I will need my own little vacation. I so want to go to Italy. By myself. No one saying, "This museum is Bo-o-o-rrrr-ing!!!" No one saying, "I don't want to eat at THAT restaurant." Two summers ago I went to Florence by myself for two weeks. My family treated me better when I got back. My younger son apparently discovered that I do more around here than he realized. Perhaps he even missed me, altho he never said so.

I offer a quick sketch from my time there.

Another Favorite Model is moving

We are losing some of our best models to grad school or to a boyfriend. Maybe both. Now Senalka is moving to San Francisco, to go to grad school. I think before deciding to go to grad school, it's best to take a deep breath and lie down. Let the impulse pass. But, that's just me.

Senalka has a combination of sweetness, dignity and strength that I find unusual and compelling. I will miss having her in the lifedrawing studio. Alas.