The Color of Light: An Artist's Blog

I wanted to paint this lovely bouquet of black-eyed Susans but really didn't like the background. It was, well, boring. Usually when I'm working with a still life piece I enjoy keeping the background muted so the main subject can shine. But yesterday I felt like experimenting and playing with some bright color. 

I keep a little jar of broken pastel bits because I don't like to let them go to waste. I looked in there and noticed a lovely piece of teal just waiting to be used. And this background was born. Experimenting is a great way to keep things fresh and keep the creative juices flowing.