Who needs a brush?!
Who needs a brush?!
In an effort to expand my open-mindedness, I've begun to explore new mediums and techniques; which has landed me in the world of finger painting.
While the words 'finger painting' may bring about memories of slick & slimy childrens paint on butcher paper, it isn't quite what I mean.
Sure, we had fun back then- but do you really think we could sell that stuff? I doubt it.
My experience began when I was painting (or attempting to paint) an abstract; I had found myself wiping here and there with the side of my hand and it just dawned on me to put the brush down completely. I squirted more paint on some butcher paper, instead of making a mess on my palette, and used my hands to create a rather emotionally driven piece.
This was just so much fun and uninhibiting, that I followed through with a few more paintings.
Long story short... My first finger painting (Paint Pony) sold within days of being hung in the gallery.
Now, some have reminded me that putting a different style out there is career suicide- and I've even considered an alias. Who knows, maybe I will have to create one.
Do you know any artists that have shown two forms of work and still hung on to their market? I've heard stories of some popular people getting the shaft due to this kind of stuff.
However, I feel that it is early enough in my career that I can throw some stuff out there and see where it goes.
No worries, my style that you've come to know, is still a big part of me and will continue. Just sit back and enjoy the show, tell me what you think.
Kind Regards,
Cassie
"Paint Pony"
In an effort to expand my open-mindedness, I've begun to explore new mediums and techniques; which has landed me in the world of finger painting.
While the words 'finger painting' may bring about memories of slick & slimy childrens paint on butcher paper, it isn't quite what I mean.
Sure, we had fun back then- but do you really think we could sell that stuff? I doubt it.
My experience began when I was painting (or attempting to paint) an abstract; I had found myself wiping here and there with the side of my hand and it just dawned on me to put the brush down completely. I squirted more paint on some butcher paper, instead of making a mess on my palette, and used my hands to create a rather emotionally driven piece.
This was just so much fun and uninhibiting, that I followed through with a few more paintings.
Long story short... My first finger painting (Paint Pony) sold within days of being hung in the gallery.
Now, some have reminded me that putting a different style out there is career suicide- and I've even considered an alias. Who knows, maybe I will have to create one.
Do you know any artists that have shown two forms of work and still hung on to their market? I've heard stories of some popular people getting the shaft due to this kind of stuff.
However, I feel that it is early enough in my career that I can throw some stuff out there and see where it goes.
No worries, my style that you've come to know, is still a big part of me and will continue. Just sit back and enjoy the show, tell me what you think.
Kind Regards,
Cassie
"Paint Pony"
Posted by Cassie Raynel at 3/7/2009 11:27 AM 
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Tags: artists wildlife paintings Cassie Raynel wolf art paint brush figure acrylic horse brush artist painting oils finger painting
Hello Cassie. I do like the pony and it looks amazing for an abstract piece of art work. I do not know of other artists that have 2 forms of painting but have heard that it can cloud the other way of painting if it happens often. I love your original pieces bar far because they are you. I have seen in the year that I was in the gallery people switch their methods and emulate other types and they have not fared well, but with you I think that you have such an adaptable ability in your work that it probably won't hurt.
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Hi Patrick,
Thanks for the vote of confidence in my work.
I definitely agree that emulating an artist is treacherous ground and can often lead to problems.
Fortunately, I am simply loosening up and trying new things. I don't have anyone that I emulate, it is all a search within my own curiosities and growth.
Thanks for the kudos!
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I'm not sure what I think regarding career suicide. I also have two distinct styles. The galleries and other artists seem to prefer my abstract pieces, so that is what I put out there. But at times, I need the realism and symbolism, so I paint a piece for myself--and an occasional commissioned piece. It seems like people like to put you into a niche, and when you break out of it, they are unhappy about it. People seem to like the known, they expect certain things from you, etc. I try to avoid having myself stereotyped, as I refuse to be placed in a certain box. But, I think for my art to sell, for a gallery to pick it up, and for a dealer to collect it, the niche, at least for the public eye, might have to be maintained. I think about musical artists I like, that I expect a certain sound, and my own dissatisfaction when they break the mold. I never like the new stuff as much. So, thoughts to ponder, for myself and maybe for you. That might also be why certain authors adopt a pseudo name when they write in a different style. Years later it is learned they have other books out there. It seems to be acceptable then. But as you read the book, they are not the same as the books you have come to love.
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Very well said, Pam. I totally agree with you. I value my freedom to create anything and everything I am moved to attempt. If I succumb to the "box" because someone likes me there and buys what is there, then I am depriving myself of a possible future of even greater success at doing something else. Being controlled by others ideas of what you do best and who you are is worse than career suicide. That's my opinion.
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Great blog! Very thought provoking.
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Thank you! Your input is very insightful and pertinent. Thanks!
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No matter what tools you use the work belongs to you and is recognizable. If anyone bothers to look beyond the veneer, it is all coming from the same place. Consider John Taylor, musical artist. He has never written what people expect. His range of songs from folk to blues to rock are definitely John Taylor and no one has had the 35 year successful career he has had (and still enjoys). If your work is good enough and your search is your own the market will find you.
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I love this!! Very creative.
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Thanks! I'm glad you like it. I've received a lot of positive feedback via email, as well. It is too fun not to continue.
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