the “Art De-regulators”. Not quite finished but you get the idea. This is a portrait of Wm B. and Big Dutch, the founders of the Pennsylvania Art De-regulators. They are the protectors of all Pa. artists They deal with and eliminate all the rules, requirements, traditions, trends, limitations, parameters, qualifications and assorted red tape that limit artists creativity. They have been known to deal harshly with art critics and art judges. It seems they have the attitude that artists can do anything they want.
Disclaimer:
And yes, some of my critics have advised me to avoid painting. Ignoring their advise I keep painting. The trouble with painting is that you don’t really have a choice. If you are a painter you know what I am talking about. The desire to paint has nothing to do with ability to actually paint. Sadly the ability to really paint well does not always equal the desire to paint. So what you end up with is folks who can paint that don’t…..and folks that can’t paint and do.
For years I did not paint because I am not a “good” painter, but I’m over it. I’m never going to be a “good” painter but I am going to paint anyway. The fact is when I paint I feel “good”. Mission accomplished.
Meanwhile:
Progress on the big machine continues……the bottom power compartment is ready for assembly. I’ll take a few pics along the way. The fortune telling feature is next after the power. There will also be two “secret” compartments to hide stuff.
And:
The retail shop on etsy.com will open in mid-April.
