Where Do You Find Inspiration?

I'm asked that question a lot, "Where do you find your inspiration for paintings?"  I get inspiration from everything.  I'm probably more inspired from color combinations than from shapes and form.  I remember that I worked in a department store many years ago in the "domestic" department.  After folding towels all day to keep busy, I started updating the displays with various unusual color combinations, mixing and matching different palettes from the wide selection of colors.  I also have photos from my travels that continue to inspire my paintings.   You'll see paintings from Tuscany from my trip to Italy.  It made such an  impression on me that I continue to find inspiration from my photos and my memories.  I also have great photos from Florida family vacations that inspire my beach scene's and of course, I LOVE trees which luckily I can find anywhere for interesting subjects. 

Where do you find inspiration?

Aspen Trees

My new painting is coming along, and I can't wait to share it with you.   I hope to have some photos online soon. I'm anxious to see the final product. Stay tuned to see the completed painting.

I don't know about you, but during these bleak winter days like today, I love having art around me that makes me happy.  Whether it's a Tuscan landscape that reminds me of flowers and beautiful old villas or warm beach scenes that bring back memories of the ocean waves and sounds of the seagulls, paintings can keep those memories alive all year long.  I would love to make those memories come alive for you!  I accept painting commissions and will paint them according to your size specifications.  Just email me at beckydeed@gmail.com.