Trying Something Different

"Colorful Boats"
Oil, 24" x 26"
Available.

It's a really good idea to try something new. At least every few months. Last week I decided it was time to try a new shampoo. The old one I was using basically stopped working and my hair was really dry. (I am sure the 88 degree weather in February had nothing to do with it.)

But I was kind of surprised when the sales lady at my salon told me there was one catch. She said "You just have to remember to put the coniditioner on your hair first. Then rinse and then use the shampoo." Then she added, "That's why I have never tried it.".

Conditioner before shampoo? Huh?

So of course I bought it. And I have to tell you. Even if it doesn't matter which one comes first, it's brilliant marketing. Because now every time I wash my hair I am so focused on the process that I am convinced this shampoo and conditioner (wait, I mean conditioner and shampoo) are amazing.

Just by trying something new and different has changed my focus. And it's made it better.

The exact same thing has happened since I started painting abstracts. I am painting more loose, more carefree and enjoying myself 100% more. And, I am just painting better. And this is with abstracts and traditional oils.

Go figure.