The Art Cubby
Karen McLaughlin
The excitement of painting begins with my first glimmer of an idea for a piece. I love to see the colors transforming into a representation of reality on canvas. Applying the highlights and shadows make my landscapes and buildings virtually come alive. Painting so absorbs me that it draws me into my subject, away from the everyday surroundings.
I enjoy using various mediums and have taken many classes from artists in oil, watercolor and acrylic. My favorite is oil paint because I love to take advantage of the easy blending of edges like the Old Masters, especially in still lifes. Pen and ink gives me the opportunity to work in detail on houses and other buildings, which are especially fun for me. I also paint in acrylic when I need a fast-drying medium and vivid colors. while usually painting realistically, I plan to study impressionistic art next.