In praise of small

I'd like that please!

Acrylic on watercolour paper

4 1/2 x 6 1/2 inches
Barbara Muir © 

I've noticed that some of my favourite artists occasionally do small
work.  Working at a small size is a great way of getting into gear,
and figuring things out.  I love large art. I love walking into a 
gallery, and being overwhelmed, and awed by a massive piece of
artwork.  But in the continued practice, sometimes small is good
too. 

I found this sweet portrait of my son Sam today -- he was such a
kind boy, and my available model for years.  Would I work the 
same way on a large piece?  I'm not sure.  I could include more
in the background, and maybe even another person.  But I love
this.  I love the cardinal, which was and is one of my favourite
birds -- a symbol of happiness for me.

Have a working on whatever size of art pleases you at the
moment.