Charles E. Burchfield (1893-1967), Fading November Sun (November Sunset), 1952-58; watercolor on paper, 26 x 40 inches; Image from the Burchfield Penney Art Center Archives
Charles E. Burchfield, Journals, November 29, 1938
Tuesday, Nov 29, 2016
Feeling at loose ends today I decided to tackle the storm windows a job I dread. But I enjoyed it; physical effort is what I needed.
I am in good health these days, and have a confident healthy outlook in regard to my work. I see ahead of me long vistas of work, new problems I want to tackle. On the eve of my exhibition, I feel as tho I were ready to repudiate all I have done, and go on to new things, in which it is my determination to come to grips with nature in a way I never have done before.
Charles E. Burchfield, November 29, 1938