Fresh vs Stale.
Ever opened up a pack of biscuits to find they are stale?
Crisps all broken?
Chocolate gone white on top?
Well. See, I’m wondering; I can paint and post. You know, post here on bubble-land, but then, when the work is officially exhibited, well, its sort of stale.
So, what would you prefer?
A) Nothing, like a massive crash diet and then the sublime guilty
gorge of everything in sight
OR
B) Moderation, as they say everything in moderation…
I would really love some insight on this from you fellow bubblers.
For sneak previews of what I’m on about you can go to www.carmencillierstherartist.blogspot.com
Ok, see ya.
theyellowfury
The first thing I’d do is figure out why your attitude to the work changes to it seeming stale to you. Because that’s where the problem is. That’s just what I’d do.
Carmen Cilliers replied
NO – When I mean stale, I mean stale to the audience that have already seen the show digitally or via the net. Sometimes it’s good to keep things a secret and then reveal all. Sort of like you don’t jump into bed on the first date!
Carmen Cilliers replied
But, ok, I don’t like to admit this, you are right. I do have some strange attitudes to my own work at times. Some one I really respect in the art world has said that it is time for me to let others judge… but still, what’s that got to do with surprises. I think I should pose the question to him.
Carlos Solorza
hmmm, very interesting.
i prefer tid bits, little snacks, so that i don’t starve before the the main course.
a little something to whet the appetite.
then again, there have been times that i have viewed one’s art work, via computer, and still looked forward to seeing it in person.
hmmm, i don’t think i helped much :(
Carmen Cilliers replied
Ya Did! That’s why I have a blog… sort of find it easier to navigate, and safer. But I may put up some new stuff soon. Maybe I should hide all my old work too so that people don’t think I’m just going through another phase.
gillsart
Thanks carmen ..good to hear from ..thought you may be OS(overseas) and your blog address you put up has an extra r (rartist) .
Carlos Solorza
ok, i just took a quick visit to the site you posted…
whoa!!!! have i not been paying attention?!
Carmen, your works are incredibly beautiful.
they are truly amazing!
your work is not like a biscuit left out in the air
i feel that your work is not that which will go stale, absolutely not!
my work is seen here and on my website, other than that, it is not displayed anywhere in public, at least not yet.
i do feel at times that i get bored looking at my own work here on the bubble and at times i feel like starting all over, haha. it does however make me want to create more.
there are other things i woulod like to do, art wise but, my full time job seems to get in the way, lol, but, i am working on getting back into having my own busiiness where i can be as creative as i want.
i have had a few opportunities in the past and kind of pushed them off to the side because of fear. yep, a silent fear that i would not talk about. the what if’s.
well, i can feel that i may start blabing so, i shall leave you with this:
i once read, that an artist’s responsibility is to create and not to worry about who may or may not like or buy any particular piece. that the one who gave us the gift is also the one that knows who and when our creations will go to. each piece of art you create already has an owner.. hmmm, sometimes i find that hard to believe myself but, sometimes it does help a bit.
Carmen Cilliers replied
Wowzers Carlos! You certainly have passion when it comes to this subject. Keep creating, save those works my friend, one day you will be able to put them out there to the world in person if you so wish.
I have to go paint – I have been here all morning!
Carmen Cilliers
Oops the address is actually www.carmencillierstheartist.blogspot.com
Pip Gerard
I don’t agree… I don’t think there’s any reason why it can’t be in both because I believe there’s NOTHING like seeing paintings in the flesh (as I know all too well with one of your beauties hanging on my wall). Even if they’re in cyberspace… it’s nothing like the thrill and enjoyment of seeing the real deal.
I don’t think you need to hold back (an idea though could be to make some originals exclusives and only available as an original… therefore giving a higher price?)
Carmen Cilliers replied
All the originals are exclusives… or do you mean not available as a print? As for higher prices, Pip you’d balk if you knew what a bargain you got-that was a genuine clearance of my studio so that the builders could get in. Price for a 90×90 – email me I don’t want to post it here.
Pip Gerard
Oh no… believe me… I already balked… and I know how extremely lucky and blessed I was. I wish I had more money available when I bought it to give to you because I would have without a doubt. I can tell you one thing though.. that painting feels like a part of my soul and I’m constantly looking at it realising how special it is and how lucky I am to own it. It will without a doubt be passed through my family. So thank you for that wonderful gift… it truly means so very much. xoxo ♥♥
(and I meant not available as a print… but don’t go by what I say… I’m no expert that’s for sure – I know the art world is a very tough nut to crack and most of the time it’s just make money where you can so you can keep doing what you love… My Mum struggles with that all the time). It really isn’t fair what artists have to work against… but I guess it weeds out the ones that give up and only the strong and determined will out. I hope you always stay strong and determined… your talent is so great!
Carmen Cilliers replied
Pip, I am so happy you are treasuring that painting! It means alot when people buy ones work, no matter what the price paid. I am really glad it has continued to grow on you. I still think you should frame it one day, a simple charcoal frame around the edges.
catherine walker
I’m not sure what you mean with the biscuits..but I can sure say that you’re one fabulous artist..for real..you’re work is amazingly beautiful and wonderful..so cheers to that!
xxxooo
Carmen Cilliers
Opening a packet of stale biscuits is dissapointing :) that’s what I mean. (Or an anticlimax)