What do you think about.

Someone asked me what I do I think about when I paint a painting. I said that I think about creating a world that I would like to inhabit. No, this is not a landscape of some frightening planet swirling with inimical life. I am interested in a world that appeals both to my senses and to my intellect. I enjoy the way people can reveal unconsciously in their actions, things that they would prefer to remain hidden from view. Simultaneously, you can never really know someone because we are all isolated in our heads.

I can remember years ago asking a male friend, 'what are you thinking about?' 'Nuthin' ' was the response. I felt frustrated but at the same time I had to acknowledge the silliness of the question. I mean, really, what did I expect him to say?

I have not been as present in the blog or studio as I might be, but hey, it's a beautiful summer. I spent last weekend in Victoria with my family. The whole world was there. I swear that I saw a minor tv star in the  crowds. We went to tea, had a ride on a double decker bus and went for a lovely bike ride. Hope your summer is a pleasant.