Month: February 2012

“The writer who waits for ideal conditions under which to work, will die without putting a word to paper.” E.B. White – The same could be said of painters. And how do we apply this practically? I’m siding with Phyllis Diller who said, “I’m 18 years behind in my ironing.” Either quote works to inspire me to get the brush out. And you? 

Here’s a link for you to see some of the paintings by Scottish artist Arthur Melville. Watercolourists – I think you will love his work. Melville was born in 1858, died in 1904. He was not afraid to use white gouache in combination with his watercolours. “The Gate of Justice” is wonderful – but I had a hard time picking just one favourite from his marvelous paintings. Do you have a favourite? – tell us which one. Here’s the link – Google Images for Arthur Melville (find it on my website blog, if you are reading this on facebook or elsewhere.)