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I'm starting to feel like the further I go in this project, the harder it gets. Which probably shouldn't be happening, considering that I'm painting. The actual objects I'm painting aren't necessarily getting more difficult, but I find them more difficult to paint. It could be because I'm starting to second guess myself, as opposed to just painting. I don't like it. I don't feel like I'm progressing as much as I was just a few days ago. Maybe I'll start to think a little less. Unless I just can't paint in general, then I'll just GIVE UP. (Just kidding).

I think I've finally figured out what my final project is going to be. I think I'm going to do little adventures using my self portrait. It'll help me work on my technical skills, but will also give me the freedom to create my own scenes. I love incorporating my character into drawings. Though my character is usually a stick figure with 2 tiny dots for eyes, I think it's very accurate. It's strange. But anyway, I'm excited to see where this will go.

Today I attempted to paint a Poland Springs water bottle using oil paints, and I think I was pretty successful. I thought it looked realistic enough. I'm thankful that my paintings are progressing nicely. They seem to be getting significantly better. It's become more natural now, almost like a flow. Though, I'm having trouble mimicking the actual shape of the objects/people/etc. that I'm painting. I'm not very good at drawing realistically. However, I like abstract better. I personally find it easier because it feels more natural. I also think it makes for a more interesting piece. But, it would only help me to know how to draw. It would open many new doors for me, more than just artistically. This could really helpful for major/career. I think drawing will be my "side salad."