Comments on: Doing The Work – The Best Thing About The 31-in-31 Challenge!

By: Gail Sibley

Gail Sibley — Mon, 06 Nov 2017 03:39:48 +0000

And I’m so glad you participated too Diane especially hearing about all those benefits. It really is marvellous isn’t it?! Keep painting 🙂
And thank you for the compliment about my paintings. I was pretty pleased with them.

By: Gail Sibley

Gail Sibley — Mon, 06 Nov 2017 03:38:10 +0000

In reply to Gina Carstens. Gina I love that the challenge took you into work from your imagination. And they were stunning!! I hope you continue to explore this genre.

By: Gail Sibley

Gail Sibley — Mon, 06 Nov 2017 03:34:03 +0000

In reply to Helen Stephenson.

That’s wonderful to hear Helen – that you were moved out of you comfort zone by 31 in 31 challenge. Brilliant! That’s where good things come.
And great idea to carry art supplies in the car. Good for you!

By: Diane O'Brien

Diane O'Brien — Wed, 01 Nov 2017 07:02:05 +0000

Hi Gail Thank you for organising the 31in 31days challenge. I wasn't sure if I could do it but I became addicted. I haven't done anything today so I'm having withdrawals but there is still time.I loved interacting with the other artists and it was great to see what others were painting. Got some great ideas for subjects and techniques. I feel that I have progressed as an artist and I am keen to try new things. So glad I participated. Thanks again. Loved all your paintings by the way. Diane O'Brien

By: Gina Carstens

Gina Carstens — Tue, 31 Oct 2017 10:03:22 +0000

Already my second October challenge! The best thing? I normaly use to start from a photo, but during the challenge I painted more and more from IMAGINATION. I find this so fascinating that I would like to explore it further. Thank you Gail Sibley and all the nice people on HowToPastel for the likes and encouraging comments.

By: Helen Stephenson

Helen Stephenson — Thu, 26 Oct 2017 11:16:35 +0000

This challenge has helped me prioritize my painting and look for ways to make it easier to do. I now carry supplies in my car so I’m always ready for some plein air. It has also motivated me to submit three pieces in our local gallery for a December exhibit. Completely out of my comfort zone but done because of my participation in the 31 in 31 challenge!

By: Gail Sibley

Gail Sibley — Wed, 25 Oct 2017 20:04:16 +0000

In reply to Marsha Schauer.

That’s fantastic Marsha. And yes, as you say, hope the habit sticks. That will be up to all of us though, to keep putting pastel to paper, to keep that a priority!
How great to see a whole exhibition of Kandinsky’s work. He certainly broke new ground!

By: Gail Sibley

Gail Sibley — Wed, 25 Oct 2017 20:02:33 +0000

In reply to Ralph Klapis. Oh that's so wonderful to hear Ralph especially the part about "standing in front of the easel becomes more and more natural". Soon it will be a habit that cannot be ignored! Working everyday, even for a short while, is what it's all about :-D

By: Gail Sibley

Gail Sibley — Wed, 25 Oct 2017 20:00:32 +0000

In reply to Ruth Burley. Hi Ruth, Love your exuberant response! And yes to all those things you mentioned. It's so fantastic to share with people all over this beautiful earth and yes, we are all human folk! Glad you have learned much on the Challenge and glad the progression was helpful :-)

By: Marsha Schauer

Marsha Schauer — Wed, 25 Oct 2017 12:56:00 +0000

The 31in31 day challenge has made painting a priority , which is good. I hope a new habit has been formed. As a brand new artist, practice practice practice is what I need to do. Love Kandinsky, saw an exhibition of his work at the Guggenheim in New York City a few years ago.