Under the Canopy, 5x7in., oil on board, $50. I find it comforting to be under the canopy of a tree as the sun breaks through... After 20+ years, I met up with my high school art teacher, Mr. Williams - Jim and I visited his studio/gallery in Door County, WI. Behind his inspiring studio, there is a gorgeous garden (planted and cultivated by his wife) and a forest stretching out back. This little painting was inspired by one of the photos I took on our walk in the woods. Visit Rob William's gallery online or in person! http://robwilliamsstudio.com/home When I entered Mr. William's art room my junior year of high school, I had my feet firmly planted in the math and science track. By graduation, I was heading off to college as an Art Major. Sweet n' Tart - Cherry, 8x10in., oil on canvas, $100. Thinking about Door County has got me thinkin' about cherries. Yum!
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The Lifter of My Head II, 30"x30", acrylic on wrapped canvas I keep noticing flowers with their heads turned down. I have wondered why - why is such beauty being hidden? On one of my 'treasure hunts' around the yard, I captured this little Springtime beauty (a Columbine). The warm lighting and the exquisite lines and shapes in the petals revealed a bit of glory right there in our side yard! But - why the downward pose? This verse from the Bible came to mind: "But you, O LORD, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head." (found in Psalm 3:3) "The lifter of my head" ... Ahhh ... I then saw the flower face down as a person - in grief, despair, or shame (symbolized by the rainy sky). But the scene is far from hopeless! From above, the bloom is cast in the warm light of God's presence and affection. At the same time, he is coming around underneath, gently touching and lifting the downcast 'chin'. The head is lifting and hope is being restored (symbolized by the highlighted circles and their upward movement).
This painting is about adoring and honoring the God of all creation -
and discovering the incredible truth that He adores and cherishes us! For the Love of Honey, 8"x10", acrylic on wrapped canvas 'The Fabs' (4 long time friends) wanted to give their beloved 'Honey' (one of the Fab's moms) a special retirement gift. Honey loves white tulips. The 5 blooms in the bouquet represent each of the women. When Honey was described as "a very lovely person with a bright warm smile and a huge heart", a golden joy-filled background came to mind. Celebrating friendship and the love for a Mama - I love it! Happy retirement Honey! Honey's reaction to her gift. :) If you've got special someone in mind - I'm in! Contact me and we'll talk about ideas and pricing.
Lessons from a Light Bulb #3, 6x6in., oil on board, $50. Lessons from a Light Bulb #3 Painting transparent glass, in the shape of a ball, is crazy. Colors, values, shapes, and reflections warp and bounce all over the place! I know, I've got it so hard! (The new owner of Light Bulb #1 is going to hang it in her office - as inspiration for new ideas. I like it!) You might also like:
Basking in the Sunshine, 6x6in., oil on gessoboard, $50. At times, I wonder what the neighbors think. I take my camera outside and walk around the yard just to see what I can see. I often end up on my knees or bent over with my head down close to the ground. "Oooooo..." I say to myself (okay sometimes out loud), "That is NICE! Well done God!" This little gem was blooming out by the fence in our front yard. Lessons from a Light Bulb No.2, 6"x6", oil on gessoboard, $50. Lessons from a Light Bulb #2 While painting my first light bulb (highlighted in my last post), I felt like I was starting to 'fiddle-faddle': a highly technical term meaning 'noodling & doodling', 'fussing about'. I decided to grab a bigger brush, move the bulb to a white surface, speed up my pace and loosen up. Which one do you prefer? Light bulb #1 or #2? Click on the image for purchasing link.
Glorious Day, 6x6in., oil on board I have this nagging expectation in my head that says 'real' painters paint 'plein air'. Wikipedia defines plein air: "a French expression which means "in the open air", and is particularly used to describe the act of painting outdoors." Doesn't that sound artistically official? While I can appreciate the tremendous value of painting on location, painting outside has not yielded great results for me. But, the weather was gorgeous, so I felt like I should give it a go - for the practice. (Secretly, I was hoping I would be victorious!) I scouted out a few fascinating blooms in our Rose of Sharon bushes, noting how the light was making the petals glow. It took several trips back and forth to get all of my paraphernalia out to the spot I had selected...Then a couple more as I realized what I'd forgotten. I was optimistic that this time I would succeed! After an hour or so, I headed back inside with an awkward looking bloom. Last night, I finished the painting in my studio while referring to the photos I had taken earlier. (sheepish grin) As for painting outside: I will try painting plein air again another day (It really is good practice for seeing shapes and color.) Today, I think I'll go back outside to paint the trim around our garage. Now, that I can do! I would love to read your thoughts... Upward 5x7in. oil on board $50. Onward 5x7in. watercolor on paper $50. Click on the image for purchase information.
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