2K14 Challenge
2K14 is my third consecutive art challenge. In 2012 my challenge was called Paint 52, of which I painted 52 paintings in one year. Challenge Art20k for 2013 was successfully completed painting over 20,000 square inches for that year. Year 2014 will be different; it won’t just be about painting. It’s time to market my work. In fact, my word for this year is “exhibit”.
I have built a body of work for the past two years. Many pieces have not been seen in person, but only on social media, Twitter and Facebook. I plan on having three or more Art shows this year.
I still continue to paint numerous paintings this year. My goal is to paint 15,000 to 20,000 square inches. Because of your requests for smaller affordable paintings, I will be painting a variety of sizes. Don’t forget to contact me for commissions as well.
I’m currently showing at Gilroy Arts Alliance. The show will continue until January 12, hours are Tuesday and Wednesday, 2:00-5:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Thank you so much and hope 2014 brings you much success!
PS Look for posts of my paintings on Twitter @JanetVanderhoof #2K14 and also on Facebook.
*All art from Janet Vanderhoof’s Fine Art Gallery, maybe seen in Janet’s studio at Morgan Hill, CA. You may purchase through contacting my email jvander51@msn.com or phone (408) 460-7237. Thank you!
I Did It!
"Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishments."~Jim Rohn
Yes, I did it! I completed my Art20k challenge to paint 20,000 square inches for the year 2013. My actual total for this year is 20,262 square inches. Last year, I painted over 15,000 and added 5,000 more for this year. I'm glad I did and I plan on painting more next year, but I will tell you more about my new challenge January 2014.
Having two goals back to back instills discipline.
What was difficult for me in the past has now become part of my life.
I am building a wonderful body of work.
My subject matter and style is becoming more refined.
I realize that this is becoming part of a bigger goal, part of my 5 year plan.
Goals help me stay on course and definitely see growth.
Art20K has helped me stay focused.
Having a measurable goal, an attainable, relevant and trackable goal, has made it very rewarding.
Making this goal public has given me reinforcement and encouragement.
An effective goal spills over to many parts of your life, it changes you.
I have risen from I can't do it to "I Did It".
I feel unstoppable.
I want to thank you all for your continued support. It wouldn't be the same without you. I realize that I need my community to help me continue my goals. A goal unshared becomes a meaningless goal. It is with much gratitude that I am able to share with you. Thank you!
[gravityform id="4" name="Purchase Original" title="false" description="false"] Painting above, "No Parking in Chinatown" measures 24" x 36' acrylic and oil on museum wrapped canvas $2160.00
*ART20K footage completed square inches 19398
*All art from Janet Vanderhoof’s Fine Art Gallery, maybe seen in Janet’s studio at Morgan Hill, CA. You may purchase through contacting my email jvander51@msn.com or phone (408) 460-7237. Thank you!
Find A Way
I have only 602 square inches to go. I can’t believe I am so close to completing my Art20k challenge; painting 20,000 square inches this year. This challenge has created much momentum in my life. I thought that the Art20k challenge would only affect my painting and career as a painter, but found out "the more you do the more you do". I believe this creative energy has caused me to change many things around me with such force. I not only had a challenge to paint 20,000 square inches this year, but also stretched myself to have major remodeling in my home. Doing both has been quite demanding. What was once difficult has now become a natural way of being. Here are some of my enlightenments from doing this challenge so far:
Customers prefer a variety of sizes.
Galleries prefer larger sizes and found they want sizes that fit over couches (I hate to say it).
The more square inches the more sales dollars.
I have a tendency to be more free and creative painting larger.
Smaller paintings can be studies for larger paintings or a catalyst for an innovative idea.
I want to paint looser and looser.
Painting larger makes me want to paint what I enjoy, not what others want.
It can be difficult to complete goals when life has other demands.
I am committing to a higher production standard.
You need to take care of yourself when you do big challenges, eat well, plenty of sleep and take time outs.
Where there is a will there is a way.
Find a way.
I have stretched myself and now realize that I can do more.
What was once a challenge is now a matter of fact.
I can’t go back.
*Painting above, "Abundance" measures 36" x 48" acrylic on museum wrapped canvas, price $4320 *ART20K footage completed square inches 19398 *All art from Janet Vanderhoof’s Fine Art Gallery, maybe seen in Janet’s studio at Morgan Hill, CA. You may purchase through contacting my email jvander51@msn.com or phone (408) 460-7237. Thank you!
Challenge Yourself
Don't try to recreate something you've done before. Challenge yourself constantly.~Suzanne Partridge My setting a big goal for 2012 to paint 52 paintings in one year, caught the attention of Alyson B. Stanfield Art Biz coach. She invited me to speak to her Silver Incubator Group to tell my story; perhaps inspire them to take a leap and challenge themselves to a big goal. I’m now belonging to Alyson’s Silver Incubator Group, where like-minded artists join together on a members-only Facebook group to share advice and their experience. There is a monthly coaching call provided by Alyson, as well as a Monthly Special Topics call, of which this was one of them “Challenge Yourself with a Big Project with Janet Vanderhoof”. The Silver Incubator Group also provides audio recordings, transcripts and products, a plethora of up to date information to help you become the professional artist you always wanted to be. Below is the audio recording of my interview with Alyson, my gift to you, hopefully to inspire you to create your own big challenge.
https://soundcloud.com/djredlady/art-biz-interview-feat-janet
*Painting above "Family Ties" measure 36" X 36" Oil and Acrylic on museum wrapped canvas-Price $3240 *ART20K footage completed 17670 square inches *All art from Janet Vanderhoof’s Fine Art Gallery, maybe seen in Janet’s studio at Morgan Hill, CA. You may purchase through contacting my email jvander51@msn.com or phone (408) 460-7237. Thank you!
I Got Rhythm
Rhythm is as necessary in a picture as pigment; it is as much a part of painting as music.~Walter J. Phillips
My father loved music. He always had the latest albums and the latest contraptions to play them on. My love of music began at 3 years old in Alaska. Army pals would drop by for the latest songs produced from my father's homemade Hi-Fi and find me doing my scarf dance to the repetitive beat. I have to laugh, yet was this the moment I discovered rhythm?
Rhythm is one of the elements of composition in art. How important is rhythm in composition? I believe it’s the soul of the painting. It has the beat just like music. It’s where the viewer senses the feeling the pulse. It’s a repetition yet with slight variations of pattern. Each painting stroke is as a note in music; unified yet unique.
Pattern and repetition are essential to rhythm. You may discover repetition of shapes or color that create a pattern. But, there has to be a slight variation to prevent monotony. As my teacher would say “Nature never repeats itself”.
Rhythm is the harmony or dissonance in the painting. It can create tension or relaxation, sadness or, thoughtfulness, joy or excitement. It is the vibe of the painting.
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Do you "Got Rhythm"?
Painting above: "I Got Rhythm", 36" x 36" acrylic on museum wrapped canvas, price $3240
*ART20K footage completed 16,374 square inches
*All art from Janet Vanderhoof’s Fine Art Gallery, maybe seen in Janet’s studio at Morgan Hill, CA. You may purchase through contacting my email jvander51@msn.com or phone (408) 460-7237. Thank you!