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This is part of my new series, Abstract 88. I decided to take up a real challenge instead of all of the playing around I have been doing lately. I wanted to try to grow as an artist and try new things and actually have a significant amount of work to show for it.

I don't have nearly as much painting experience as I do with pencil or clay. I also have almost zero experience with doing anything abstract or loose. I've always been a detail hog. But for a long time now, I've found a real need to try to let go more and give my soul a rest.

If you're interested in the whole story, you can read my post about Abstract 88 on my website here:

www.nikkilawing.com/abstract-88

I'll be posting my progress there too and also on Instagram so check it out!

www.instagram.com/myartsdeligh…

I had fun with this one from beginning to end. I think it was because it had been eons since I had last used oil paints and I forgot just how much I love them. They stay where you put them and have such smooth, beautiful, rich colors. I just let myself be totally and completely free with the paint. I never knew I could have so much fun when I have no idea where I'm going or what I'm about to do. It's actually quite a relief.
Below, in order of age, are my children's titles for this painting. I find it extremely interesting how someone, especially a child, interprets a piece of art that is not anything in particular.
Christie: Just Imagine
Charlotte: Cloud of Dreams
Bradley: Candy Mountain
Nick: Mindful

8 X 10
oil on panel

Description
This is part of my new series, Abstract 88. I decided to take up a real challenge instead of all of the playing around I have been doing lately. I wanted to try to grow as an artist and try new things and actually have a significant amount of work to show for it.

I don't have nearly as much painting experience as I do with pencil or clay. I also have almost zero experience with doing anything abstract or loose. I've always been a detail hog. But for a long time now, I've found a real need to try to let go more and give my soul a rest.

If you're interested in the whole story, you can read my post about Abstract 88 on my website here:

www.nikkilawing.com/abstract-88

I'll be posting my progress there too and also on Instagram so check it out!

www.instagram.com/myartsdeligh…

I had fun with this one from beginning to end. I think it was because it had been eons since I had last used oil paints and I forgot just how much I love them. They stay where you put them and have such smooth, beautiful, rich colors. I just let myself be totally and completely free with the paint. I never knew I could have so much fun when I have no idea where I'm going or what I'm about to do. It's actually quite a relief.
Below, in order of age, are my children's titles for this painting. I find it extremely interesting how someone, especially a child, interprets a piece of art that is not anything in particular.
Christie: Just Imagine
Charlotte: Cloud of Dreams
Bradley: Candy Mountain
Nick: Mindful

8 X 10
oil on panel