On Painting 20081026

Is painting with oils, acrylics and sprays healthy? In this time of environmental concern, drawing seems overwhelmingly more civil than painting. Drawing has fewer negative effects on the environment (and on one's health) than do acrylic, oil or spray paints. Look to the master draughtsmen like Titan, Turner and Tytla -- drawing is primal. It is as direct and as powerful magic as standing in front of a crowd and telling a good story. Few bells and whistles, just a straight-forward punch at the viewer. Drawing is king.