Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone - Paint Something Different

When we paint in a certain style or even a certain subject matter, over time our skills improve and it becomes easier and easier to paint that subject. The problem is that we should be pushing ourselves to do something different. Get out of that comfort zone! After painting a lot of similar types of scenes from France, it was refreshing to go back and do some pet portraits. It has been a long time since I've done any pet portraits, but I have done quite a few over the years and actually enjoy it. Going back to painting that subject matter keeps those particular skills alive that are needed for portraiture. It also helps mix things up and keep the creativity flowing. Take a day off from the usual things you paint. Do something different!