Gordy Grundy: Artist and Arts Writer

If I hadn’t grabbed onto the easel, I would have fallen on my ass. Suddenly the rough wood floor in my studio is as slippery as ice. It’s so bad that I can't cross the room without doing a full arm-waving, leg-flying pratfall. Then you add a tray of cocktails and the screwball ramps up a notch.

You see, a new series of art and my big mouth have contributed to a need for major changes in the current lifestyle curriculum. I want to try something tricky. To make the artwork, I’ve gotta be in a top form, both physically and emotionally.

While the work involves many issues, the piece is ultimately about Redemption. This is a subject I prefer to regard through film and literature. I like reading stories of other people’s hardships, struggle and hopeful salvation. Unfortunately, for in this piece, I have to participate in the Redemption. This is in contrast to my current comfort.

For the piece, this lover has got to become a fighter. This introvert has got to shake some hands. This vulnerable waif has got to get some armor. This lazy rascal needs the discipline of a NAVY Seal. That’s why the floor is so slippery. I’m afraid to be all I can be. Or worse, I’ve gotta be what I’m afraid I am not.

The ship is leaving the dock, which is why I am having separation anxiety. The tie lines have been released and thrown onto the deck. The anchor is raised. I have left a steady income to follow a clear yet improbable path. There is no turning back. And in this moment of terror, I am paddling furiously against the current, which is pulling my canoe toward the Niagra of commitment.
Naturally, I have been paddling to oblivion. It’s a fast dance beat.

I know why I am resisting change. The blanket that I had was awfully comfy; I really hate to let that go. Then toss in a fear of failure and one of success. That’s a panicky stew.

I guess terror is a part of the process. The new adventure involves a skill set, which I believe I possess. Nothing on the horizon appears insurmountable. What’s the problem?

The roar of the falls is getting louder as I rush toward the edge. Once I’m over, I can’t resist.

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GORDY GRUNDY is a Los Angeles based artist. His current show ’Fortuna: VisionQuest won the People Choice Award for ‘Best Show’ in the San Antonio Contemporary Arts Month. His visual and literary work can be found at www.GordyGrundy.com.

		GENUFLECT by GORDY GRUNDY SEPTEMBER 2006, COAGULA ISSUE 82	BACK
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		If I hadn’t grabbed onto the easel, I would have fallen on my ass. Suddenly the rough wood floor in my studio is as slippery as ice. It’s so bad that I can't cross the room without doing a full arm-waving, leg-flying pratfall. Then you add a tray of cocktails and the screwball ramps up a notch. You see, a new series of art and my big mouth have contributed to a need for major changes in the current lifestyle curriculum. I want to try something tricky. To make the artwork, I’ve gotta be in a top form, both physically and emotionally. While the work involves many issues, the piece is ultimately about Redemption. This is a subject I prefer to regard through film and literature. I like reading stories of other people’s hardships, struggle and hopeful salvation. Unfortunately, for in this piece, I have to participate in the Redemption. This is in contrast to my current comfort. For the piece, this lover has got to become a fighter. This introvert has got to shake some hands. This vulnerable waif has got to get some armor. This lazy rascal needs the discipline of a NAVY Seal. That’s why the floor is so slippery. I’m afraid to be all I can be. Or worse, I’ve gotta be what I’m afraid I am not. The ship is leaving the dock, which is why I am having separation anxiety. The tie lines have been released and thrown onto the deck. The anchor is raised. I have left a steady income to follow a clear yet improbable path. There is no turning back. And in this moment of terror, I am paddling furiously against the current, which is pulling my canoe toward the Niagra of commitment. Naturally, I have been paddling to oblivion. It’s a fast dance beat. I know why I am resisting change. The blanket that I had was awfully comfy; I really hate to let that go. Then toss in a fear of failure and one of success. That’s a panicky stew. I guess terror is a part of the process. The new adventure involves a skill set, which I believe I possess. Nothing on the horizon appears insurmountable. What’s the problem? The roar of the falls is getting louder as I rush toward the edge. Once I’m over, I can’t resist. -------------------------- GORDY GRUNDY is a Los Angeles based artist. His current show ’Fortuna: VisionQuest won the People Choice Award for ‘Best Show’ in the San Antonio Contemporary Arts Month. His visual and literary work can be found at www.GordyGrundy.com.


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