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September 4, 2006
New Work
Just like you want a new piece of clothing when you have an important event to go to, I want a new painting for my two fall shows. Of course, it seems ridiculous to be doing this when there are other things to paint. Actually, I have been painting non-stop whether it be my porch or a new work. My kitchen ceiling is stain free and my cement slab screen porch has a newly painted grey floor. Ahhhh, it's cleansing to see smooth painted surfaces. So here is a few shots of my latest.
I'm really excited about this piece. My most favorite part is the stencils I pain-stakingly cut out by hand. I have this photo quality ink jet paper I bought by mistake thinking it was actual photo paper. Not having much decent to do with it, I thought it would be perfect to cut into. Printed my text, watched the Constant Gardener, and cut out stencils. The paper worked great.
I also was a little excited and nervous about doing a bird. I need it to be more subtle than it is now, I will probably mask it because the detail is too nice to rub out. This little sparrow was harder than I thought. But when I stick to my methods of bright color underneath, bright outline and layers then it works out. That and the fact I got new little brushes which makes those little lines quite a bit easier. And for your amusement, here's some of the magic happening. hehehe.
Ta Da!
Love to talk about this more but I'm pooped. Happy Labor Day dudes, I'll think of your parties while I paint more of my screened porch.
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thanks again everyone! you have made all my hard work seem so fruitful! I will post again soon updates on it and a little more about what I"m thinking, but right now I have to eat and paint my porch. Isn't it sad that I'd rather blog than eat? But after a migraine yesterday I realize that art must wait til the artist is nourished. I am NOT starving nor will I desire to be.
Posted by: katiek at September 6, 2006 3:43 PM
i LOVE this new painting katie. its unbelievable! so beautiful and full of TRUTH.
Posted by: molly at September 6, 2006 2:59 PM
I have been stalking this entry since you posted it. I keep looking at your new work, I really love it. Your so talented!
Posted by: carla at September 6, 2006 10:22 AM
wow this is fantastic. i love how chiseld the face and body are; its beautiful. well done!!
Posted by: Dacia at September 5, 2006 11:21 PM
This is just beautiful!
Posted by: Mim at September 5, 2006 9:13 PM
amazing kate... just trully great work.
Posted by: jen kring at September 5, 2006 10:40 AM
i was stunned when i saw this painting, it made me cry.i can not even tell you how similar it is to what i saw in my mind.. from the words and the colors to how small and vulnerable he looks. i don't know how to thank you for feeling this story enough to portray it so thoughtfully and beautifully. there are so many little details included that are deeply meaniful to me. please let me know if and when you want to sell it, this one is priceless to me.
"...and one of them shall not fall to the ground without your Father." - matthew 10:29
Posted by: linda g at September 5, 2006 9:16 AM
Thanks everyone, I'll keep you posted as I continue to work! Your thoughts are very important to me. There is a lot of emotion to go into this piece and I'm glad that you all are feeling it already. Thanks Thanks!!
Posted by: katiek at September 4, 2006 9:32 PM
This painting is amazing, I love it. It says so much and I love how you put all of it together. If I had the extra money to start building a whole Katie collection in my home this painting would be my first choice for the next one. Maybe one day in the future. I admire your hard work. Your paintings just keep getting better. Also I like the new site design.
Posted by: Gypsy at September 4, 2006 2:13 PM
bee-you-teee-ful! How you have grown with your paint handling and use of color (I can tell you are using better paint).
Posted by: molly at September 4, 2006 12:39 PM
ooo i love this one!
Posted by: amy k at September 4, 2006 10:27 AM
Mmm, Katie, I like this one so much. The colors are great, the entire thing so soothing
Posted by: lynnp at September 4, 2006 2:18 AM
