At the Barre

At the Barre
Oil on canvas, 8x6

With this painting, I am remembering the countless hours spent shuttling my oldest daughter back and forth to dance.  For many years, we attended every recital and competition - from Disneyland to the MGM Grand.  I never tired of watching Tiffany dance, the music, the excitement of shows and competitions, and the long hours of practice were all part of the game.  I have really been wanting to study the figure in paint lately, and here I work for looser, impressionistic strokes.  I like the drama of lost edges and irregular lines, as if viewed in a dream.  This painting makes 385 in 385 days, and Day 20 in the 30 day painting challenge.