The Big Picture

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Those of you who follow my instagram and/or facebook feed know that I post many in progress shots of current projects. Maybe you wonder why.
I take many photos because it is a good way to get a distant view of what I am doing.
When working on something intricate like rug hooking or even knitting it is so easy to get wrapped up in the minutia of tiniest of details. What I see while working is usually something like this.

Picture is a bit blurry but this is usually how close I am to what I am working on.
So I have a vision, the Big Picture, but I work in single loops of colour. As I choose my colours I hope that it is working with the whole.  It is therefore important to take a step back.
Even further back.
So I take a photo. I ask myself. It is hanging together as a whole. What do I need to change? Where should I go from here?
Then I want to share my progress.
 Some artists do not.
I enjoy the fact that you get to see how the piece comes to life. I enjoy the process and I want you to as well.  SO. That is why I share my progress on instagram and facebook.

I know. I know I promised to tell you a bit about my trip to England and France this time! Sorry! i still haven't downloaded my photos off my camera.
To hold you over here is a lovely sunset from the pier in Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight.


 In the meantime you can find me on Instagram and facebook

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  1. PoloOctober 18, 2019 at 2:03 PM

    You have a great brain. I like it and miss it.

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    1. MartinaOctober 18, 2019 at 8:35 PM

      You are a very lovely person! I miss you too.

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