Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Solstice Bliss

I've never been much of a "picture taker" until I needed my own original compositions to paint. And these handy dandy digital cameras with their ability to fix mistakes are amazing. The sun was shining so brightly on this day that I really had no clue as to what I was shooting. Alas, they are indeed delightful scenes of our first snowfall in Pittsburgh this year. Look how pretty they are and so Monet Blue. I was quite relieved that this weather happened when I did not have to venture out in it and travel afar. For now, I am thrilled to have something to paint. But first. . . I must dream about them.













"If you don't have a smile, I'll give you one of mine."
-author unknown

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__________ROY G. BIV

__________ROY G. BIV
Prism Captured Under the Crimson King. Photographer's beginning luck. Fine example of serendipity. Can't remember now of what I was really trying to take a picture."

INSPIRED BY

A Love of Nature
Serendipity
Fascination with Color

"Life is not measured by the number of breaths that we take, but by the moments that take our breath away."
-Author Unknown

Over time I've learned not to fight a lot of things, including what my art looks like. Today, it comes from my soul and I allow it only to be source of joy. It has become one of my essential ingredients for happiness.

" The 3 essential elements of happiness are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for."
-Alan K. Chalmers

“First I dream my painting. Then I paint my dream” – Vincent van Gogh.

While my paintings are escapism, the real world reminds me daily of the work we have yet to do and the purpose that we serve. “To whom much is given, much is expected.” - Luke 12: 48


Welcome to My First Art Show in the Courtyard

Welcome to My First Art Show in the Courtyard
"Had lots of fun being a quirky artiste for a day! There was a cool band that played some great classic rock tunes. The temperature was well into the nineties. I loved basking in the sunshine. If you enjoy talking about art, this is a really easy way of meeting interesting people."