Lucky
Lucky, 8x8, Oil, © June Rollins
Lucky found a home last week. The customer walked in and said, “I have to have this.”
This is what I want from my art. I want it to speak to the viewer in such a compelling way that it can’t be left behind.
But it begins with me. I have to discern why I feel strongly about the subject and be able to interpret those feelings in a convincing manner.
My painting process usually involves working from photos. My own when possible and non-copyrighted images when necessary. Lucky was inspired from a non-copyrighted image I altered. I added the four-leaf clover and the scratch on Lucky’s nose. What? You hadn’t noticed the scratch?
You see, Lucky got away. I delighted in this imaginary narrative of Lucky escaping a harrowing confrontation as I painted. I think it came across.
The stars line up for Lucky that day. Guess he was living into his name.
Enjoying the journey From the Art,
June
