Distinctly Montana Magazine

Ridin Home finished. Obviously, sometimes the painting isn't working out, and I have to stop, regroup and get the feeling that I want out of the piece. I love the process of creating, and I do get wrapped up in it. Where do you see your art taking you for subject matter in the near future? I want to continue to grow as an artist, obviously developing in some technique but more in creating pieces that capture the spirit of that moment. I would love to get into portrait painting. My wife and I have been blessed with seven grandchildren in the last five years. I would love to create paintings with my grandkids in them. They are adorable children and bring us great joy. We will see where that goes. I still love landscape art and that will probably be the greatest focus. What are your interests besides your painting? Montana Sunset and carve out time from other obligations, I love being in the studio. I start my work with Stephen Covey's "Begin with the end in mind." I have a pretty good idea what the finished piece should be like and get after it. Tell us what it is like when you are involved in a work. Do you paint for long periods on end, or set the canvas aside for awhile and revisit? I do paint for long periods, but sometimes I have to set it aside and revisit. When I get started though I want to keep going and work it out until it is www.distinctlymontana.com My other interests in my life are family. I have been married to the best woman in the world for 37 years and we have three wonderful children. I love golf as a recreational outlet, although I don't see myself painting golf images. Art is a very good way for me to relax and create. I love to work with people and I have always been interested in giving back to people and being of service to my clients. I want people to feel appreciated and to know that I gave them the best I have, always. OK, describe Charlie Dingman in just five words. Empathic, altruistic, creative, family, and fun. 35

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