In order for me to start a new painting I must have order in the studio. First, I wipe down my table and put away all my brushes and paint I used during the last piece I was painting. Then I get out a clean sheet of watercolor paper, T-Square, triangles and erasers, sharpen my pencils, have my photographs ready for reference, and select my new group of music for the cd player. Now I am ready!
I stare at a Blank piece of paper, the ideas one gets from staring at white paper is incredible! First thing that pops into my head is the composition, then how large do I want to go, where is my horizon, I wonder if the Phillies are playing tonight, wow, it sure is a beautiful day outside…oops I got to get back to my painting, what color will I make the sky…..oooh, I love this song, I think I’ll dance now! -beth palser
Beth Palser Studio 