May you enjoy a very happy holiday season full of love, good health and happiness.
 This drawing is nearing its completion and soon it will be signed. It is a gift for a dear friend. And I hope she likes it.
The hardest part about using my talent to create gifts for people is the nagging question of whether or not they will like it. Buying a gift, in comparison, is a lot less risky. In fact, it scares the hell out of me; putting myself in this vulnerable position even if I know the person well. Especially if I'm creating a likeness of their child. This drawing is of "Fritz" from the opening scene of the classical ballet The Nutcracker. This is no ordinary Fritz, he is one of my son's closest friends and classmate at The School of American Ballet. They perform together with the New York City Ballet. This is his second and last year performing the role, and so I thought it appropriate to commemorate his run as Fritz in this work of art. Fritz's mother is a very special person. We have grown to depend on one another in our fast paced, chaotic lives. I truly hope she likes this tribute to her son.  The decorations are up, and yes they are encroaching on my art space. Crowded, yes. Busy, yes. These cons do cause in me a reluctance to paint. Yet, there always comes a moment when I decide to make something as a holiday or thank you gift for someone this time of year. And with all the imbibing (what artist doesn't work better with a drink or two or ...), there's a guarantee that I'll be painting or drawing by the fire this season. So who will be the lucky recipient of this year's 2013 holiday Susan A. Wenz original? Oh, I think I know. Stay tuned. | Susan A. Wenz; Works in Progress!I have no secrets about my process! I'm happy to share information about my works as they evolve, posting from my studio. ArchivesMay 2014 CategoriesAll |
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