for the birds, Monotype of the Day #328

Some days you just fight with your materials. Maybe it's the humidity or the fact that you didn't clean up enough last time, maybe the ink gods are on the warpath. At any rate, it's a wonderful opportunity to practice surrender. Somethings are just not meant to be and if the artist can let go of what they wanted to happen and let the materials lead the way it may lead to new discoveries. Tonight I learned a few things so, even with a bit of frustration, it was a good night. I can't judge the print without projecting tonight's experience on it so I will trust in the fundamental importance of the creative and let others worry about the result. xoxo