i almost got buried in flattened boxes when i tried to pull out a box which contents i wanted to find out. amongst more books was this "table top painting studio". i couldn't seem to figure out how it would've got there. then i remembered that six or seven years ago, when i was still in my old apartment on the danforth, i bought this as i wanted to learn how to paint. however, then partner (now ex) laughed at the little painting i made which soured my desire to learn to paint. he said it was a waste of money and time and that i should just send it to my sister in the old country since she is the 'artist' in the family.
it's a beautiful piece of gizmo, made of beechwood and finely finished, and came with a set of 12 small tubes of paints, a set of brushes, a wooden palette and 3 canvas boards. i must've unconsciously put it away instead of sending to my sister. if i hadn't listened to the ass, i'd have had a lot of practice by now. or i'd have enrolled in a course already. looking back, ex always prevented me from doing things i wanted to pursue which took my time and attention away from him and gave in just so there is no unpleasant talk or argument, although i did draw a line on photography; but when he couldn't tear that camera off my hand, he would drive me around and dictated what i should be shooting and when i resisted, he would throw a tantrum. and because i'm a lazy so-and-so, i easily gave up. it does make a difference when the person you're with is supportive of your endeavours; or, in my case, if you're alone and don't have to listen to some destructive criticism. i should've gotten rid of that animal a long time ago.
in any case, i'm happy i unearthed this thing. now to find out if those paints are still good. pity, i just ordered a set of paints from amazon. meh, the more the merrier, n'est-ce pas?
What a beautiful piece. Glad that you stashed it and have now found it again. I would love to have one of these. It's been a long time since I picked up a paint brush.
Glad you are well rid of him now! Confidence is a fragile thing. Get these out and give it another go. You are such a creative lady, just play and enjoy it. I did an online challenge with the artist Nicholas Wilton last month. I had been told prior to that I was total rubbish and shouldn't bother. His lovely fresh and encouraging approach was enough to get me started and I loved it. Check him out on youtube. He's so playful with art and so positive. I use a different style to him, but that's the point - art is subjective. Have fun with it and let it make you smile and let the colours rub out those black days.
This is Beautiful. What a perfect time to find it! Now you will have plenty of opportunity to practice and a perfect place to practice. Can’t wait to see the latest and greatest!
Wonderful find Words of wisdom given to me many years ago when I found my self on my own... No sense worrying in the past as there is no future in it. Sounds like you are on your way to a Colourful future!
An encouragement for those who find themselves in a similar situation. Being part of a couple is not always better than living alone. I think this is a beautiful easel and I hope it just further fosters your desire to paint.
It's tough to turn off the negative input when it comes from a source so close to you. But now you can dust it all off- it wasn't true anyway and probably spoken out of jealousy and insecurity more than anything else- and admire your beautiful easel and start afresh!
What kind of paints does the box offer?
What a beautiful piece of furniture, keep on with the painting, and taking such beautiful photos to paint.