It's ironically inspirational to hear the masters admit to their inner struggles too. Never give up I guess.
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Always persist. Thanks for watching.
@karenwerner65605 ай бұрын
I loved what you said here. Very encouraging. Thank you!😊
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Thanks Karen.
@dgoberna5 ай бұрын
I don't think this lesson only applies to painting, but to life in general, and thanks for reminding us in such a nice way. It's easy to rely painting to muses, talent or just "let's see if it comes better today by some magical chance", but at the end of the day it's mostly discipline and work.
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Absolutely true; and thank you for watching.
@Joel-ml5bg5 ай бұрын
It's great to see your still lifes. Nice message!
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Joel.
@mona22422 ай бұрын
Thank you for such an extremely informative talk. Every painting is a rehearsal . Looking forward to more! 😊
@timothyjackart3 ай бұрын
Thanks Colley! Needed to hear this today 🙏🏼
@margaretsmilligan93935 ай бұрын
Thank you Colley, a lot of food for thought there. Great video
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Thanks Margaret.
@ebuzzmiller91785 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your own experience with this passion of the arts and your personal solutions. Music does help!
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Glad to share what I can.
@stephanieeargle38655 ай бұрын
Great advice…I like the board on your easel - adjustable for smaller panels. 👍🏻
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Thanks Stephanie.
@epflrz16255 ай бұрын
Thank you for the beautiful encouragement!
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Glad to be of help Eric.
@helenupton14045 ай бұрын
That’s really helpful Colley. Many thanks. Hope you have a workshop somewhere I am
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
I’m teaching in parts of Europe and Australia at them moment, but still, anything is possible. Thanks for watching.
@stevietv3215 ай бұрын
I am horribly judgmental of my work. I’m fearful to put myself out in public as a result. So it’s great to hear some encouragement to just keep going.
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
It’s important to try and develop a thick skin, actually painting in headphones (if you’re in a safe environment) is great, because you can edit out the audience. I like to listen to music, so I feel I get a double whammy, isolation and it helps me focus. In my early stages I’d draw for one month and then paint for one month, this helped me build skill and confidence in my work. Unfortunately our expectations are difficult to live up to. So I like think my disappointments aren’t as bad as I think and maybe my successes aren’t as good as I think. Keeping a healthy balance.
@shellyenglandart4 ай бұрын
I needed this reminder. Thanks
@colleywhissonartist4 ай бұрын
Glad I could help.
@billrodiger76975 ай бұрын
Having a pterygium removed from your eye is an awful experience, but worth it. Thanks for your videos they are gold.
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Thanks Bill.
@rudyadnan14455 ай бұрын
Thank you my friend
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Thanks Rudy for watching.
@61sgcust5 ай бұрын
Such solid advice Colley. Music has been my lifelong pursuit, with painting being my stress relief valve. Persistence as a painter is similar to being a musician, in my case, a guitarist. Trying different things, many times in front of an audience, has been both harrowing and rewarding. :) I think curiosity is also important too as a necessary thing to fuel ones progress. The discovery of a new aspect of painting or making music is really a joy and so rewarding. Thank you so much for all that you have shared! Regards, Ted Hawkes
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Thanks Ted.
@tenawilson13215 ай бұрын
Thank you for this
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Your welcome.
@ChrisBreier5 ай бұрын
One thing that helped me was to have a routine where I would paint every day at a specific time whether I felt inspired or not. When I feel like I'm getting into a rut I'll change things up and paint outside or go someplace new. I end up talking to people that I normally wouldn't meet which is totally different than working inside by myself. And I agree...music definitely helps!
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Everyone definitely needs to find the rhythm and beat they work best to. Thanks for watching Chris.
@rjsongwriter5 ай бұрын
I really like the still life you did at your parent's house. 🙂
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Thanks, it’s one of my favourites.
@yareddereje97585 ай бұрын
i really need this thanks
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Glad you took something away from the video.
@francoforleo49715 ай бұрын
“Only the Lonely “…….🙏🎨🇿🇦
@stevenmcleanart5 ай бұрын
I haven't built my persistence unfortunately, but I do love Roy Orbison 😀. I noticed the painting of Venice you didn't care for was just signed Colley. Was that the reason?
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
No actually, I sign all the demo’s I do for workshops just ‘Colley,’ to distinguish them from Studio pieces.
@DaveGmn5 ай бұрын
Great material. But, hold on! Second book? I have "Creating Impressionist Landscapes in Oil" but can't find a second book via any search I can devise... or is that the second one?
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
My second book is called: Impressionist Painting Made Easy, it’s only available available second hand now as it’s over 14 years old; but you can look at my latest eBook here: tucsonartacademyonline.com/colleyebook?fbclid=IwAR1en7PE0oH9CHayQS1lP84VQcT4fFKU1WpUIl_UI0HQ2x9PLS6dlc_WTxA
@fatoomgierdien1105 ай бұрын
Thank You❤🎉 ToomCapeTown
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@amandagleason86415 ай бұрын
Most helpful thanks
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Glad I could help.
@lisasremnant5 ай бұрын
I agree 100%
@carminecilli59305 ай бұрын
Enjoyed this, thank you. I appreciate your generosity and sharing these thoughts..
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
I love sharing what I’ve learnt, making the art world that little bit more accessible. Thanks for watching.
@traceyferreira80425 ай бұрын
Wonderful advice. Thank you!
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Thanks Tracey.
@Paul-su3qh5 ай бұрын
Very interesting commentary. Love the humility behind your comments and thank you for your honest approach to the subject of art and for sharing this.❤😊
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Glad you took something away from the video.
@nickrodis68625 ай бұрын
Salamat po
@colleywhissonartist5 ай бұрын
Thanks Nick.
@colettemilner25175 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@jansplanet5 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your life experiences with us. Very encouraging words from a great artist.