Thanks for all the new replies.
I agree that one style is not better than the other, as long as it works. I personally would like to continue to work in a looser style. The majority of the artsits that I admire work in a looser manner, such as Degas, Egon Schiele, Picasso's blue and rose period, and my favorite Gustav Klimt. Believe it or not
this is one of my favorite paintings at the Met. It's by Vuillard. It's something I would love to apply to my work.
I was a huge fan of Ingres's paintings along with other realists when I was in college. I was close-minded about it, which was silly of me. I airbrushed for many years trying to get as realistic as possible. I realized it was backfiring when people thought I was manipulating photos. I was contacted by two computer imaging magazines about interviews regarding the programs and techniques I used for my work. I told them it was done by hand, and did'nt hear from them again.
After taking about 5-6 years off from art completely (biggest mistake of my life) I was drawn to the impressionists and looser work. Although I never cared for landscapes, I also became a fan of Turner. I then tried working in the looser manner with the drawings and wish to apply it to the pastels. I have no interest in working a photorealistic manner (not sure if I could anymore anyway, may have taken too much time away) but the looser I can get, while keeping true to myself, is something I would like to strive for.
It's simply my opinion, in no way am I trying to imply that my thoughts are correct and am using this to prove myself. I also enjoy looking at more realistic work, but it's no longer a style I'd like to work in. I may turn back to it as I get older, ya never know. Life's funny that way.
Thanks for listening to my rantings.
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