Painting & music

[Mike McCarty]

Thanks Matthew, I appreciate that additional insight.

[John Reidy]

Thank you, Matthew, for posting that very insightful letter.

I can identify with the feel of the music's depths, movements, rushes and solemnity. It used to be that when I created, drew or painted I loved music in the background but found that my art was controlling me. I had to make a concious decision to control my art as best I could.

One of my choices in that pursuit was to abandon music while painting, especially a portrait. When 'art for art's sake' I will always have music as my companion.

John R.
The Knuckle Dragger

[Michele Rushworth]

I use music in my studio to control my pace and energy. If I'm stretching canvas, framing, etc. the music is fast and loud.

If I'm painting (particularly if I'm working any part of the on the face or other critical area) the music has to be slow and quiet so I don't rush.