“Winter is an etching, spring a watercolor, summer an oil painting and autumn a mosaic of them all.” – Stanley Horowitz “I see the turning of a leaf dancing in an autumn sun, and brilliant shades of crimson glowing when the day is done.” – Hazelmarie Mattie Elliott I just love autumn quotes. There are so many flowery words and adjectives to describe the atmosphere that ushers in this colorful season. Words like “golden” and “crisp” or “saffron” and “cinnamon”. […]
“The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus.” – Bruce Lee “Finding your center” is a phrase that is generally used in meditation and self-examination. It begins with a journey of conscious behavioral patterns. Inhaling and exhaling–out with the old, in with the new. It’s the search for the nucleus of your soul. This painting Laser is a spotlight exposing the deep hollows of your soul. It highlights our truest beliefs and brings them to light. The colors […]
“Plunge boldly into the thick of life, and seize it where you will, it is always interesting.” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe For some people, years of research and careful calculation on major life-changing decisions are imperative. Then there are those who let the cards fall where they may, as they plunge into the “thick of life” with no thought or vigilance. This painting is called Plunge as it illustrates a big splashing leap of faith into life. It takes […]
“The artist alone sees spirits. But after he has told of their appearing to him, everybody sees them.” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Most of us had a vision or idea of what we thought our lives would look like. Maybe you had it all mapped out on paper, drawn up as a timeline. Or perhaps you were one of those who decided to wing it, letting the cards fall where they may. Having a vision and seeing it come […]
“Though the artist must remain master of his craft, the surface, at times raised to the highest pitch of loveliness, should transmit to the beholder the sensation which possessed the artist.” – Afred Sisley An artist perfects his technique by practice and determination. As his craft grows and gains momentum, his sense of fulfilment begins to radiate toward others. The desire for personal enrichment is attained, and true satisfaction is behind the beauty of his work. This painting is called […]
“My aim in painting is to create pulsating, luminous, and open surfaces that emanate a mystic light, in accordance with my deepest insight into the experience of life and nature.” “The whole world, as we experience it visually, comes to us through the mystic realm of color.” – Hans Hofmann Life and nature are a conundrum. We are continually seeking and pursuing evidence for authenticity of the truth. This painting Mystic Forest is the absorption of knowledge in searching for […]
“Territory is but the body of a nation. The people who inhabit its hills and valleys are its soul, its spirit, its life.” – James A. Garfield There are times in your life when you need to set boundaries to protect your territory—your soul. The soul is a vessel that contains your innermost thoughts, dreams and beliefs. When you let down your guard, you expose your soul to the elements of the world. To be vulnerable can be both beautiful […]
“Timeless taste of splashing red decadence.” – Ralph White This painting is one of my latest vignettes in a collection of delightful refreshments. It is called Merlot as it reflects consolation and merriment. It’s a liquid montage of unfastened spirits waiting to be consumed. It’s a symbol of enchantment. This painting is an abstract portrayal of the timeless elixir as it splashes into a glass in slow motion. The smooth tones and meticulous blending create an inviting effect. Explore the […]
“Passion is the genesis of genius.” – Tony Robbins The “genesis of genius” is a fabulous description for the word passion. There are several things going on in this painting called Birth of Passion. The colors symbolize both pain and relief. Pain—your blood, sweat and tears; and relief—calm, cool and concluded. This painting highlights the struggles of pursuing a passion from birth until the final achievement. There are stages to go through with everything, starting with birth. Growth is the development […]
“The paradox is really the pathos of intellectual life and just as only great souls are exposed to passions it is only the great thinker who is exposed to what I call paradoxes, which are nothing else than grandiose thoughts in embryo.” – Soren Kierkegaard Our thoughts are born with intention. Fostering an idea or believing in something is essential for our souls. There is a need for spiritual connection that drives us to search for truth and meaning. When […]