norma's artist's statement again

What motivates me to work?  Seeing other artist's work, the music I listen too, life and what is thrown at me. My drive seems to come and go like the tide. At times, I frantically paint with an energy that is hard to keep up with. It leaves me exhausted at the end of the day. Large paintings, painted in a day. These are the ones that are my most successful. They are vibrant and energetic paintings. Just as often, I struggle to meet my goals. I start a painting only to abandon or not finish it. At these times, I lean on friends, family and fellow artists for advice and encouragement.

I think of how the impressionist painters functioned as a group of artists. They met, talked and compared their artwork. They supported each other when the public did not appreciate their work. They motivated each other.  They learned from each other and advised each other. This is how a community of artists should function and how I function.  When I am frustrated, I turn to others, for support, advice and inspiration. When I am successful, my colleges congratulate me.