Into The Mystic

This painting took some time to be born. Started off with a little Hendrix while I painted the background. I knew before this one was finished that it was going to be Van Morison's," Into The Mystic". I loved every step of this painting. I went to a lot of "places" while creating it. I will share with you now the lyrics that echoed in my mind during the whole process.

We were born before the wind
Also younger than the sun
Ere the bonnie boat was won as we sailed into the mystic
Hark, now hear the sailors cry
Smell the sea and feel the sky
Let your soul and spirit fly into the mystic
And when that fog horn blows I will be coming home
And when that fog horn blows I want to hear it
I don't have to fear it
I want to rock your gypsy soul
Just like way back in the days of old
Then magnificently we will float into the mystic
And when that fog horn blows you know I will be coming home
And when that fog horn whistle blows I got to hear it
I don't have to fear it
I want to rock your gypsy soul
Just like way back in the days of old
And together we will float into the mystic
Come on girl...

The Energen Art Reception

Well, my friend Michele Lee and I went down to Birmingham today for the Energen art competition reception. Boy was it an upscale event! Michele and I were in awe of the artists work and the catered foods all so lovely to look at and even better to eat! The above picture is of a lady whose department purchased one of my paintings. I didn't get her name or what department she worked in though, but thanks to all those in that department for choosing my art.
This gentleman did the honors of presenting all the monetary prizes to the winners.
Michele and I snuck out of the front doors of the company to eat at the outdoor tales that they had set up. What your looking at but can't really see is some of THE best chef prepared foods around! Michele and I met the chef and paid our compliments too.
Here is Michele with her painting as it was displayed.
Here's me with one of mine, "White Diamonds Black Night".
And finally here I am again with the painting that sold, "Blowin In the Wind".

A day at Montevallo arts fest

This is the painting that sold today at the Montevallo arts fest. A lovely young lady purchased it. She was getting her own place from what I gathered and wanted something that had her colors and style in it and she just loved this one.
below is the set up for the booth at the show. We had an absolutely gorgeous day. perfect in the 70's with sunshine all day. The people from Montevallo were very nice and polite and we had lots of help from the volunteers too. I think I had sweat and pollen though in every pore of my body! You know spring in Alabama!
Thank you Montevallo for a perfectly lovely day. I must say that I spent it too with a wonderful friend. We never did run out of things to talk about. Thanks Lynn, I couldn't have done it without you.

Upcoming Art Show

Hi good friends.
Come join me this Saturday the 10th of April at The Montevallo Arts Fest in Montevallo Al. The art show will be at Orr Park 10am -4pm. I will have my wonderful friend Lynn Booth with me that day and I look forward to visiting with her and you. We'll be there rain or shine.
P.S. I checked the weather forecast and it's gonna be GREAT!

She Sells Sea Shells...

I was inspired by another artist by some very pretty colors and I thought I'd like to paint them too. So, this one came to life as what I see as a seaside sunset. I was in a light and happy mood when I painted this one and so I call it, " She Sells Sea Shells..."

Love's Embrace

I know I haven't posted a new painting in awhile, I've been working on this one. A while back my sister Jamie asked me to paint a picture for her to give to a very special woman. You see, my sister was diagnosed with cancer about a year and a half ago and had to undergo some horrific treatments, including some very painful radiation. While she was undergoing these treatments and during her recovery, her very best friend, Michelle, took care of her as she lived closest to the hospital where Jamie was getting her treatments from. Michelle is my sisters best friend.
I wanted to paint something that showed the love and nurturing that goes on between women and most especially between these two. I was having difficulty coming up with something and while I was in a semi sleep/awake state, I asked my God to help me and I got a vision just as clear as day. "show them in a natural embrace, one expressing love", and so this is what we have.
Love's Embrace.
Thank you Michelle, for being there for my sister from all of us who love her dearly.

Art Competition entries

I sent in to the Energen Art Competition in Birmingham Al, two entries for review and consideration. The first one here is "White Diamonds Black Night" a 30"x40" acrylic knife work on canvas.
This second one is "Blowin in the Wind" 18"x24" also an acrylic knife work on canvas.
I was notified this week that both paintings had passed the preliminary judging phase and now move to the final phase. Both pieces will be on display in Birmingham from March 29th -April 11, 2010, at the Energen Plaza.
Wish me luck!