Framing a Monster
One of my favorite paintings from when I was a student! Framing was long overdo— it’s so fun to frame something from 2018 and appreciate how I painted then and how I paint now. #art #painting🎨🖌️ #paintings #artists #painting🎨
Framing a piece of art, especially an older work like this painting from 2018, can truly transform how you connect with your own creative journey. When I framed a uniquely strange painting I made during my student days, it wasn’t just about protecting the canvas—it was about revisiting a moment in time and seeing how much my style and technique have evolved since then. Sometimes paintings from the past hold stories or emotions that are not immediately obvious until you place them in a frame and display them differently. The framing process allowed me to appreciate my experimentation with colors and brushstrokes that I might have overlooked before. It also inspired me to think about how framing affects the perception of art for viewers, making even the oddest or most personal subjects, like my “monster” character, more approachable and intriguing. For artists, framing acts as a milestone, encouraging reflection on progress and growth. It creates a physical boundary that can highlight a painting’s details and invite new interpretations. If you have any older artworks stored away, I highly recommend taking the time to frame them. You might rediscover forgotten inspirations or gain fresh ideas for your current projects. This blend of past and present artistic selves enriches your creative practice and deepens your appreciation for your unique artistic voice.




























































