Charles E. Burchfield (1893-1967), Gray Sky, 1920; watercolor on paper, 19 x 27; Private collection, Image courtesy of the Burchfield Penney Archives
Charles E. Burchfield, Journals, December 5, 1914
Monday, Dec 5, 2016
It seems to me as if I had not been observing nature much of late. Of course the city is cramping but I have not been deriving my customary enjoyment out of the air & sky.
Today is one of a gray sky and cold snappy air.
I wish I could understand myself. To dance last night with Duke. I was keyed up to the highest pitch and danced wildly and hilariously. I could not reconcile such a mood as the one in which I wander aimlessly over the fields (the latter which I want to feel is my natural one).
Charles E. Burchfield, December 5, 1914.