Art Adventures - by Patricia Banks©
Published January 2021 in Nanaimo Magazine and Voyager Mag
Published January 2021 in Nanaimo Magazine and Voyager Mag
Happy Year 2021! What a year to look back on with gratitude and hope for the future. May we all find peace and joy deep in our hearts to share with everyone.
On that note, mindfulness is an important part of my process in the realm of painting. When searching for a suitable outdoor destination to paint, I take my time to soak up the scenery. I find it helpful to walk the surrounding area, especially if there are pathways or different kinds of terrain and plants. I like to immerse myself in the environment and to let the landscape speak to me. In this way, as an artist, I can choose to paint a landscape that calls to my soul. By quietly listening, I am also best able to render the mood of the scene and to share its secrets: that special life force that compels the viewer to experience something unique to this particular place.
On that note, mindfulness is an important part of my process in the realm of painting. When searching for a suitable outdoor destination to paint, I take my time to soak up the scenery. I find it helpful to walk the surrounding area, especially if there are pathways or different kinds of terrain and plants. I like to immerse myself in the environment and to let the landscape speak to me. In this way, as an artist, I can choose to paint a landscape that calls to my soul. By quietly listening, I am also best able to render the mood of the scene and to share its secrets: that special life force that compels the viewer to experience something unique to this particular place.
Light is the first thing I notice. It is produced by the atmosphere, the weather, the type of ecosystem, and the landscape’s geographical location on the planet. Light exudes an energy that is palpable: whether a dull rainy day, a raging storm, the respite of deep shade on a scorching sun drenched day, or the tranquility of dappled light falling on soft greens and blues deep in the forest. I want the viewer to feel, to use all of their senses to discover the landscape in an intimate way for themselves, through my painting.
I want the viewer to embrace a moment in time, to be amazed, and to awed by the miracles of the natural world; and to cherish Mother Nature’s generous gifts. May you find your sacred place and be blessed with positive energy, health, healing and a happy, creative New Year! Cheers, Patricia
I want the viewer to embrace a moment in time, to be amazed, and to awed by the miracles of the natural world; and to cherish Mother Nature’s generous gifts. May you find your sacred place and be blessed with positive energy, health, healing and a happy, creative New Year! Cheers, Patricia
