Oil study for larger painting by Hodges Soileau
As I prepare for 2012 I have taken time the past two days to review everything I accomplished in 2011 and the things on my list from the past year that I either did not get to (ran out of time, need a 27 hour day)
or attempted but failed at. I review all things associated with my business then make a new list of things I want to do in the coming year.
First up on my list is changing the content of my blog. I will continue to post new work and talk about the struggles of producing art and being an artist, but I feel the need for change. The first thing I want to do is highlight the work of other artists whose work I really admire and let you know why that artist's work appeals to me. Anyone who has looked at my iPhone playlist will see a wide variety of taste in music (there is no Lady GaGa, sorry to disappoint). My taste in art is more limited, but I know what hits me and these are the artists that inspire me. I always encourage you to look at the links to other artists listed on my blog.
The painting at the top of today's blog is by Hodges Soileau. I've known Hodges through his work as an illustrator my entire career and have only recently gotten to know him on a personal level. We both are represented by R S Hanna Gallery in Fredericksburg. Early in my illustration career I followed and was influenced by Mark English, Bernie Fuschs, Bart Forbes and Hodges Soileau. Of that group Hodges' work stood out because I felt he was the best draftsman. Face it, the guy can draw or paint anything and this versatility appealed to my sense of drawing and still does to this day. He is an engaging, delightful and intelligent man who is as approachable as any artist I've ever known.
The link included on my blog will take you to Hodges' blog. I've included a link to his website as well. Take some time and visit both.
http://hodgessoileau.com/blog/
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Good for you!
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