Painting name: The Vast Nothingness
Painting size: 20”x30”x1.5”
Oil on cotton canvas

Anza Borrego is a stunning desert about 90 minutes from San Diego, situated in San Diego County. When I first saw the reference picture, I knew I had to capture the beauty of this landscape in a painting. While I’m happy with how it turned out, I gotta admit, I didn’t feel like I improved much from my last painting. And let’s talk about using oil instead of paint thinner – that definitely made layering those mountains a bit tricky. Come along for the ride and see the ups and downs of my creative process!

About me:
As a self-taught artist, I have always had a passion for drawing, especially with pencils during my younger years and throughout high school. However, as life took its course, I drifted away from painting, longing to return but unsure of where to begin. Then, in July 2023, I made a pivotal decision to invest in high-end colored pencils and quality papers, hopeful that starting with small drawings would offer solace amidst life's challenges. Little did I know that this journey would reignite my passion for painting, allowing me to rediscover the joy and fulfillment it brings to my life.

Oil Paint: Gamblin Artist Oil
Brushes: Princeton Aspen, Winsor & Newton Monarch, Winsor & Newton Artist’s Oil Synthetic Hog, Rosemary & Co Brushes
Canvas: Back-stapled duck cotton.

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