I'm pretty passionate about my political beliefs. At times, I find myself dehumanizing and vilifying those with whom I strongly disagree. I forget that they, too, have their reasons for what they believe. Becoming dismissive does nothing to help all of us move forward. Here is a painting to help remind me that we all have much in common!

This week, I used pieces of my old Erector Set as props for a painting. I placed the pieces directly on the painting surface and traced them. Then I painted, kind of like advanced coloring! The wheel is not perfect because it would actually be a slight ellipse from the viewer's angle. However, I bet most people won't notice. What I enjoy most about painting something that is meant to look like it is real is the application of shadows and highlights. The painting suddenly becomes 3D.