White boat: Abstract Expressionism

Some reasons why we procrastinate...

1. Fear of Failure.

Many people put off doing things because they are afraid of failing. If they only speak of their hopes and dreams, but make no firm effort towards achieving their goal, they cannot fail.

2. Feeling Overwhelmed.

Many times we look at a goal and feel that there is too much that needs to be done in order to accomplish it. The sense of being overwhelmed paralyzes us, preventing us from taking even the first step towards achieving our goal.

3. Human Nature.

We naturally tend to avoid that which causes us hardship or pain, and gravitate towards that which is easy or gives us pleasure. In order to avoid procrastination due to the unappealing or difficult nature of a task, commit to complete the most unpleasant jobs first.

4. Perspective.

If we view a task as being difficult, then that is exactly what it will be for us. Rather than dreading a given assignment, view it as an opportunity to excel.

Tuesday

Abstract Expressionism

"Lavender Mist" [1950] by Jackson Pollock.

This post is for my friend Lynn! We were having a chat about the impact Art has on a persons life; its all very well discussing a piece of art if you know what image is being refered to. The piece of abstract art above is the one we were talking about last night. Something which is not necessarily easy to view, but which usually provokes a response from the viewer. Abstract art is a style which is prompted by expression in response to a stimulus....

We are setting up a local gallery which will be full of artwork in response to a common stimulus: A journey of faith. Some of this artwork will be abstract and the colour,/composition etc will affect the viewer, other pieces of artwork will be much more figurative.