Greetings, My name is Lorretalamb, and I am an art collector. I specialize in the acquisition and resale of artworks and am currently seeking to expand my collection. Should you have any pieces available, please forward a direct message with details regarding your offerings.

@Edwin Caniete asked an important question that you may also be asking . Here’s a decision framework you can run through whenever you’re unsure whether to finish a painting or stop at a study. CHECKLIST 1. Goal Achieved? Did I learn what I set out to practice? ✅ Yes → consider leaving it as a study. ❌ Not yet → keep working. 2. Energy Check Does the painting still feel alive and exciting? ✅ Yes → push it further. ❌ No, it feels forced/dull → it may be best as a study. 3. Structural Soundness Are the big shapes, values, and proportions solid? ✅ Yes → you can refine with confidence. ❌ No → decide if fixing it will teach you more, or if restarting would be faster. 4. Emotional Connection Do I want to live with this image finished? ✅ Yes → finish. ❌ No → call it a study and move on guilt-free. 5. Time vs. Return Will finishing this teach me more than starting a fresh canvas? ✅ Yes → finish. ❌ No → stop and start something new. 6. Portfolio Potential Does this piece have qualities (composition, mood, likeness) that could stand alongside my best work? ✅ Yes → finish. ❌ No → study. 👉 Over time, you’ll notice your “Yes” and “No” answers shift as your skills grow. What you leave unfinished today might be what you’d polish tomorrow.

Introduce yourself with: ✨ Name ✨ Where you’re from ✨ What you love to paint ✨What you’d like to improve , learn or gain here Can’t wait to meet you all! 🎨

I’ve been thinking about how to sharpen my oil painting skills, especially with color mixing and brush control. You mentioned working through deliberate, targeted exercises and painting subjects beyond portraits — which makes a lot of sense. Do you have suggestions for specific studies or exercises I should try first? I’d love to know where you think I should focus to build a stronger foundation.

Hello everyone! I’m excited to connect with fellow artists here. If you’re interested in collaborating with art collectors and dealers, especially for showcasing or selling your work, feel free to reach out—I’d love to explore opportunities together