Dance 20, the hidden language…graphite and aqueous acrylic

Dance 20, the hidden language
8×11, graphite on toned paper

“A life without purpose is a languid, drifting thing; Every day we ought to review our purpose,  saying to ourselves: This day let me make a sound beginning, for what we have hitherto done is  naught!”

(Thomas A. Kempis)

Dance 21 is a gymnast in a tumbling run during the floor exercises and to use the vernacular I’m not feelin’ it. I think the piece is too smooth and just doesn’t have the energy I want in these paintings.

I’ve been following and reading a blog called Zen Habits for quite a while now and I’m trying to put these habits into practice in my daily life; as well as, my work. The author is Leo Babauta and here’s the link to his e-book Zen To Done. It’s a great…