Oil stick on paper. A painting based on an old life drawing model sketch. In this sketch the model was curled in the fetal position, allowing me to consider a sense of vulnerability.
I often feel our culture regards being vulnerable a weakness, that instead of showing an authentic self we must paint a picture of perpetual strength eschewing all fears.
Vulnerable Sketch
Learning to share one’s fears without pulling on others is a necessity when building healthy relationships, this creation honors such a belief … that displaying vulnerability can be a strength.
I thought of the music of Erik Satie and his Gnossienne No. 1, here is a video of this music merged with an animated score. If you like this music try a viewing a beautiful movie (52 minutes) “Satie and Suzanne” combining music, dance and creative cinematography.
