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Having a Conversation with An Artist Painting Out of Doors

Guest post by: Barbara Garro

Article Overview: Especially in Summer, you are likely to encounter artists outside with all of their equipment painting happily. You will see them in the cities, in the country, in rural areas, in museums sometimes, by oceans, by lakes, by farms. Speak with them if you feel so moved. One of the most exciting things for an artist is to sell a painting right on site that is not yet dry if it is oil and perfectly dry if it is an acrylic or watercolor. If an artist is shy or would rather not speak, you will surely know it. Still, most artists enjoy conversing with art lovers and others.

Having a Conversation with An Artist Painting Out of Doors

Spring, Summer and Fall, you find artists outdoors and in galleries painting all over towns, cities and in the country. Don't be afraid to speak with them.

What if you feel like you would be disturbing them? Ask them if they would mind a short conversation. If they are receptive, ask your questions, make your comments, and maybe, if you like what you see, buy the painting the artist is working on.

What if you don't know what to say? Here are some suggestions:

1. Are you from this area?

2. Do you specialize in a specific type of painting?

3. Do you paint in all mediums or do you specialize in painting in one medium?

4. Make some comments about the painting the artist is working on.

Imagine how exciting it would be if the artist you see is extroverted and begins the conversation! Don't count on it. Many artist are introverts.

Speaking with creative people excites, stimulates, gives you a perspective of a lifestyle you are curious about.

So, when you see artists, get to know them. Artists are amazing individuals who are always doing something new, in new ways, experimenting and loving their work.

Enjoy!

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