Megan Caldwell Chandler

I’ve really been trying to slow down while making these new pieces.  I know “slowing down” sounds simple and cliché, but I’m the type of person who does everything in a mad dash.  When I set out to accomplish something, I want to get it done as quickly and efficiently as possible.  Turns out, that’s not a great game plan when it comes to creating.  I’ve found that if I just sit and look at my work without the intention of painting, I can better clarify my ideas.  With this piece, I’ve spent several hours just sitting, looking, and considering.  I think my work is better for it. 

Holes #6 is the title of the piece I’m currently working on.  Last week, I gave you a view of the work in progress, and this week I’m going to do the same thing.  My intention was to have the work finished, but looking at it today, I feel like there is more I have to do.  I don’t want to rush the process.