January, 11 1999
Interview with Artist/Writer Sally Gooslin
Gene: When did you know you wanted to be an artist?
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Sally Gooslin: I never really decided that painting was to be my career, it just came about because of my interest. I love the art process; the watching something evolve on canvas right before my eyes; the life that wiggles from the end of my brush and jumps from pallet to canvas to became a flower or a person is magic. Take for instance the painting I did titled Jeff, which took me two years to complete. I wanted my painting to be as perfect as the subject.
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Gene: What
do you mean by the art process?
Sally Gooslin: I
love the mixing and the creation that takes place on that blank board. The making
decisions on the colors and the presentation.
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Gene: Does
it always take you that long to complete a piece?
Sally Gooslin: No, some
paintings take longer because of the thought process that I devote to each piece. Some I
envision from the onset and wont deviate from that vision, others are more easily done.
The piece I called "Anne Boleyn" took a week and it turned out lovely. I'm
working on angels now.
Gene: I
understand that you work mostly in watercolors. Do you ever work in other mediums?
Sally Gooslin: Not now. I did
at one time. I have tried charcoal, which is where I started. In addition, I did some
passable pastels, as well as oils, but nothing held my fascination as the magic of
watercolors.
Gene: Have
you been painting long?
Sally Gooslin: Yes, I worked in
charcoal and the pastels for about 20 years off and on, before I ventured into watercolor.
Gene: Did
you have any formal training?
Sally Gooslin: I have
attended many seminars and workshops in my state. I have studied with Jan Kunz. The most adorable lady. She
is a student's dream. I also studied with Jim Kosvanec,
another very talented artist, and Judi Betts,
and other well known artists, as well as local instructors.
Gene: Do
you do any photography?
Sally Gooslin: No
talent. Henry VIII had nothing on me. I also swipe off the heads of people, and even
extend myself to building and other subjects. Therefore, I leave photography to more
talented professional.
Gene: Do
you have any other interest beside watercolors?
Sally Gooslin: Yes, I love
writing and I am currently working on a book. I, as matter of course, have several things
in the works now.
Gene: What
is your philosophy on life?
Sally Gooslin: As near as I can
remember this poem covers it thoroughly.
by Albert Camus:
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That, Gene, says it all.
Gene: Thank
you, Sally Gooslin
Sally Gooslin: It is I that should
be thanking you, Gene: You are a magnificent artist and story teller in your own
right and you want to interview me. I truly am truly honored.