Day 10 - Willingness to Destroy

Oil, 8" x 8"

I've been learning much about myself during this 30 day challenge. I realize in order to grow creatively, there needs to be a willingness to destroy what is previously known. My philosophy and approach about art needs to change as well as the ability to view my work as impermanent and something less than precious.

 I may say that my work is not precious and be OK if it were to become damaged, yet it was difficult to freely try something unexpected in an area. I could feel my hesitation to extend my brushstroke beyond the object's boundaries to break into the background. I avoided destroying an area which I felt was working fairly well. I'll make strides in some areas only to meekly go back and fix it. Perhaps there is a balance of risk and familiar which should be considered.