Monthly Archives: August 2019

Nearly there – reflections

Posted on 27 August 2019 by beckybendylegs

I have two weeks left of my MA. At least, I have two weeks until I have to hand in the thesis. I have slightly more time than that to finish the artwork for the final show, but I think … Continue reading →

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Eleanor Smith – procrastination

Posted on 25 August 2019 by beckybendylegs

I was given the go-ahead to work on my Eleanor Smith Portrait a few weeks ago. Yet, I’ve been putting it off. There were a number of reasons for this, including: Fear. Fear that it will all go horribly wrong. … Continue reading →

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Why can’t I talk to the M6?

Posted on 17 August 2019 by beckybendylegs

Recently, I’ve been having some interesting discussions with my eldest son about art. I like these discussions as much as he hates them. The reason is, because, by his own admission, he doesn’t see the point of art. He doesn’t … Continue reading →

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The pleasures of slow

Posted on 2 August 2019 by beckybendylegs

I’ve been thinking a lot about the concept of slow recently. Painting is a slow process.  Time can seem to race by, it can seem to drag by, it can be frustrating waiting for something to happen but rather than … Continue reading →

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The start of disorder

Posted on 1 August 2019 by beckybendylegs

I believe I am finally on the path towards the end. The thesis has always been running furlongs ahead of the practice and I think it is virtually finished now. I fear that it should be the other way around. … Continue reading →

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