At the time I quit painting in October to teach myself how to knit some Christmas hats, I was becoming very interested in painting some watercolor portraits. I had 2 in mind, one being myself. Since then I have taken 3 more photos. The little people that I love to paint need a vacation, so I am giving it to them. I have found that they re emerge on their own when suddenly a new environment presents itself. For now I am taking a different direction.

On a personal note, January and early February have been frustrating for me. I had an eyelid lift January 18 and it is taking a long time to regain my clear vision. My eyes are very sensitive to change. Today has been the first day I feel that I can see well enough to begin painting again.

I am beginning with a study of myself. I want to use a loose, more zen Buddhist style of water painting that I used to do. It was very relaxing. There is no pressure here because it is a study. The much larger drawing will be the "real" painting.

So here is the beginning...