I was asked to create a set of paintings, only thing the collector desire was to use brown and sage as part of the colors. “Where the Robins Come to Rest” is part dealing with fall and the change it brings as far as things turn back to dust and spring were we see new birth. Since I live in an area of the America that it’s mostly two seasons, I chose to focus on that and leave winter as non existent, at least in my area. Rest the Robins find is similar to what we in our busy lives can search for and also find.
“Summertime at Uncle Elio’s House”
My finished piece “Summertime at Uncle Elio’s House” is in a way a small personal memorial to my uncle. He and I spent close to 30 years on and off working together. First in his auto body shop and then his eyeglass business. He was extremely influential in those years, and my work ethic is mostly based on him. I owe him a lot and I’m thankful that the Lord allowed me to have such a person in my life. But unfortunately having witnessed the change that took place in my life once I entered the kingdom of God, he made very little effort to acquire the Salvation that the Lord had for him. A very giving man always ready to give what was needed yet he died lost. 😞. Working on this piece was at times a bit heartbreaking because I know that he is not in a place of rest.
The way I’m feeling about this painting at this moment keeps me from uploading it to the galleries that represent me. I don’t think I could ever part from it. So the short answer will always be Not For Sale.
“He Calleth Them All By Their Names”
In this captivating artwork, a remarkable arrangement of colors commands the viewer’s attention. The intricate swirls meander across the surface, fostering a feeling of movement and life. The piece’s bold blue background transitions into a warm golden field, portraying a scene that is both earthy and celestial. The curvature and depth woven within the swirling patterns invite exploration, as if beckoning one into an ocean of dreams.
The fish, gracefully nestled within these currents, symbolize the unity and flow of nature. This work embodies timeless themes of connection and the intricacies of life, serving as a reminder of the delicate balance that exists within the natural world, resonating with universal emotions and experiences.
The Title of the image was inspired by Psalm 147:4
” He telleth the number of the stars; he calleth them all by their names.”
Layers: Trying to Control
The inspiration for this piece and in part for the series.
Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
We try to plan, set goals and control our lives, and also paint over the past mistakes. Create layers over the past, possibly failures, but at the end of it all only God can truly create a clean slate. We can try to control as much as possible but one simple phone in the middle of the day can change the outcome of our plans. Control seems doable, but only God knows our future. He really is the one in control.
Changes XX: But A Vapour, last piece of the Series.
Changes XX: But A Vapour.
What feelings emerge from the combination of shapes and colors in this artwork? This piece displays a meticulous blend of organic forms with geometric precision. The upper section features intricate patterns, reminiscent of natural textures, contrasting with the lower half orderly circles. These spheres cascade across the composition, their uniformity providing a soothing balance to the lively top. Observe how the shades of purple and pink unify the artwork, while hints of blue and orange weave through the patterns, crafting an engaging visual texture. Consider how the contrast between chaos and order invites exploration of the balance between spontaneity and control in your perception.
Last piece in the Series Changes, which consists of a total of 20 paintings.
Changes XX, Last Painting of the Series. In Progress.
Two New Works Published: Changes XVIII Winter’s Edge and Changes XIX.
Both images are part of the Changes Series started last year. The Series deals with life, the goals, dreams, successes, failures that are part of the process of living.
Calmness in the Process
There are certain moments in my life that provide me with an exceptional time to create. It might seem strange to some to hear that I was up until 3:00 a.m. working on a piece. But after raising a family, providing for them, instructing them, and most importantly making sure that their spiritual needs were met, I found myself looking for any time along that could be used to create. So through out the years, 31 years of marriage and counting, I learned that the 10:00pm to the wee hours of the night/morning provided the best time for my creative juices to work. It was in these late times that I was able to find Calmness in the Process. It was in these times when the air was still, the background noise ceased and I could then focus on creating. This latest piece Changes XVIII: Winter’s Glow, is almost finished. After I filmed this short video last night I continued to add to it, and now I’m very close to being done both with this piece and the Series Changes. Where am I going next? Not sure, a few things are in mind, but no commitment yet on any.
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Changes XVII: Summer’s End
Golden tendrils weave through a rich purple expanse, crafting a narrative that resonates with the mysteries of a forgotten forest. This piece calls viewers to a realm where each swirl and leaf flutters between the realms of reality and dream. The manipulation of space is engaging, as the golden vines cascade downward, meeting a lower world of softly scattered shapes, suggesting an organic connection between above and below. It’s as if the artwork itself breathes, with each component finding its place in the delicate balance of nature. Does this composition reflect the unseen connections within us, inviting an exploration of our own roots and branches?
