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Isn't she wonderful

10/30/2017

What a vision the world of flora is . . . her richness, variety

and intricacy is magnificent - truly inspirational. The images below of magenta phlox and hot pink rhododendron are

studies into the sensual nature of flowers; their exhuberance and beauty speak of a world inviting to be discovered.

Nothing is lost on the eye when in the presence of these beauties. They are vivid images of life bursting forth in all its

plenty and mystery.

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Take a Look . . .

10/29/2017

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What is nature? An adventure for the eye, a walk with God's soul?

Discover . . . find within the beauty of your natural environment, the purpose

of living, perhaps of life itself. Nothing is "flippant" in flora or fauna's conversation with

man. Nature is an intractable force; forever "moving", singing, and mutable.

"Jumping Shadows", 5 x 5 in., photo collage, 2014.

"Falling Soul", 5 x 5 in., photo collage, 2014.

A work dedicated to the mystery in nature - its nuances and details. The singular beauty of a leaf is eternal. How did it come to be??? Only the divine can answer.

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October 29th, 2017

10/29/2017

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Are you in love with what you produce????

In the final summation, are you proud of your work?

To work with intensity and a purpose is crucial; do not think that simply externalizing

any image without a feeling of sincerity, commitment or understanding is professional,

art work. To produce simply to make money, (if that is possible) by creating commercial

work of a meaningless quality, is trivializing talent. True, one must eat, but one must

operate with a modicum of pride. To create with the idea that one will be instantly

successful in any field, with mediocre work, is defacing one's own image.

There is hope in all work done when it is created with the heart. With love of one's own

vision and a deep desire to share it directly with others, the individual may rise above

the fray. One must live ideals to regurgitate them. Do not use your work as a soapbox

opera; be sure what you are saying is truly meaningful to you and profoundly held.

Nothing insincere will survive.

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We're going somewhere . . .

10/28/2017

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SEE Yourself as Professional . . .

You cannot live in a vacuum as a professional artist; part of making a living as a creative

individual is the importance of marketing yourself and your work. You must walk the

walk, and talk the talk. If you are going to portray a certain image, do it seriously and

with taste. Do not think gallery openings are simply hobnobbing. They are infinitely

more. You owe it to yourself to put forth your best self, your best image -as earlier

stated.

What you say, what you do with your networking is pivotal. Do not believe luck will

come out of the blue and shower you with instant success. Everything, all your dreams

to achieve, will take blood, sweat and tears.

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Say what you wanna say!

10/19/2017

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Art cannot thrive in a field of solitude. Art is meant to be shared, even in the production process. Thus, when creating art, know that one of the best antidotes for "creative blocks" is sharing your work- getting another pair of eyes to peruse your artistic production. There is nothing like a second opinion to refresh your standpoint before the challenges poised by the completion of a piece. Simply asking how the visual work "feels", how the composition flows or relates to the color scheme or theme may be of assistance.

Do not give up on an art piece in the midst of the creative process. Give it a chance. Take a break. Walk away from the work for a few days and then return to it with "new eyes." You may find that your inspiration has returned with a renewed strength or that innovative ideas have come to the fore. On the other hand, a piece may produce such frustration and angst, that you may feel compelled to start over. By all means do try to create afresh should nothing else bring your instincts to respond. Remember, however, that each artistic moment has its purpose toward producing the "final piece." Thinking, sketching, studies, talking, seeing other's work, all have a powerful affect on the outcome of your art. Live, therefore, every day fully. Paint, sculpt, draw, design on a daily basis to keep your skills honed like a well oiled machine. And . . . find inspiration everywhere, for everything has a need to be, a purpose under the sun.

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What's the matter?

10/16/2017

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What is the essence of Art?

Art is the soul externalized; the true revelation of one's

deepest thoughts and subconscious desires. Art must be

the driving force of one's destiny to sincerely be a

masterpiece - a part of humanity's historical record.

Do you ever feel like throwing in the towel and finding a

new path? If only momentarily, then you are listening to

your fate calling - when you are compelled to create, you

are etching your fingerprint in the record of time.

What is the purpose of the

Artist?

The purpose of the artist is to define his

or her moment in visual terms within history. One cannot

presume that simply doing, without placing yourself in the

context of your field and historical period , will set you

among the stars of your profession. If you wish to say

something purposeful and lasting then say it strongly . . .

say it because it has to be said not because it makes a

"sound bite."

"Metamorphosis", 16 x 20 in., photo collage, 2017.

HOPE MY WORK IS ELOQUENT? . . . It does speak . . . ARE YOU LISTENING?

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Art and Meaning

10/10/2017

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Below is a sample of my recent work from the "Dolls Oneria: Dreamland

Exhibition" . . .

The noted show was recently on exhibit at the Concord Chamber of Commerce

in the city capitol of Concord, New Hampshire. Gratefully, it was well received. All and any

accolades, as is understood, are welcome and highly uplifting. The artist does not live by

bread alone.

"Land of Honey and Nectar", 16 x 20 in., Photo collage, 2017.

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Isn't she wonderful

Take a Look . . .

A work dedicated to the mystery in nature - its nuances and details. The singular beauty of a leaf is eternal. How did it come to be??? Only the divine can answer.

October 29th, 2017

We're going somewhere . . .

Say what you wanna say!

What's the matter?

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