This woman's face attracted me because with her long neck and her straight mouth, she reminds me of an ostrich. I had such a good time with the colors of her face reflected from her dress and background.
For years, my creative Muse was satisfied by teaching Spanish in high school. Some may think that this must have been a hum-drum existence. For me it was not. I enjoyed it tremendously because I was frequently inspired by some wild idea of methodology that occurred to me while teaching. With eager anticipation and excitement, I would try it out. Teaching is creation.
Upon retirement, I spent many years writing and felt the same enthusiasm, pleasure and sense of accomplishment that teaching had given me.
Although I am not finished writing or teaching (senior Spanish classes), I've now discovered that painting also fulfills my need to be creative. I find such delight in color and, since my life has always revolved around people, it is inevitable that I must paint portraits.
I would love to read your comments about my paintings.
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