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Yvonne,

Thanks for your comments. You make a good point that there may be a point where a work is too small. But for me, it is important that these studies are small so they don't take too much time. It is a means to get the juices flowing. It is a way to spark the creativity in a fun way without the pressure to perform. After spending 20 to 30 minutes on these, I am usually geared up and ready to jump into my larger works.

Interestingly, 2 of the etudes I did recently have led to larger, more developed paintings (they will be posted soon).

As for display, there are several options. Some more costly than others, of course. I considered offering them framed, but for various reasons decided not to at this time. I have a few propped up on my book shelf or on a little easel on the piano. This is a nice way to have something to be discovered, but they don't command a lot of attention. They would frame up very nicely in a variety of frame styles. My personal taste would call for a simple clean frame done in karat leaf, perhaps only 1 1/2 inches wide - minimal carving if any - medium antiquing. But this would be a more costly option.

As I think about it, perhaps the most impressive display would be hanging several in a grouping - say 12 with very understated framing - even no framing, but have the images 'floating' about an inch from the wall. The grouping arrangement itself would make the satement from a distance. Upon close inspection, the individual paintings would be enjoyed.

Just a few quick thoughts. There are of course other options. Perhaps a curator or interior designer would have some great ideas as well.

Keith

Ann,

I had considered painting left handed, but have never done an entire painting that way. It would be interesting to see the results. On occasion I have painted a stroke here or there with the left hand, but only when I need the stroke to flow in a certain direction that is awkward with the right hand to do.

Interesting...really like these quick studies!
I have an old video with Robert Beverly Hale from the Art Students League of New York demonstrating his figure drawing with a piece of pastel/charcoal at the end of a very, very long rod or stick. It really does make you simplify!!