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I am very excited to begin a new series of water paintings. To paint the movement of water is a challenge but what an incredible feel of refreshing coolness in the summer heat. Can you feel the spray and hear the roar? I want to get the senses involved in these paintings and at the same time explore the spiritual metaphors of water.
"We are not made for the mountains, for sunrises or other beautiful attractions in life; those are simply moments of inspiration. We are made for the valley and the ordinary things of life and that is where we have to prove our stamina and strength." Oswald Chambers
This quote makes me cry. I don't want to be in the valley, but I know by experience how true it is that this is where we learn to be on our knees, which is exactly where God what us to be.
This finishes my Father, Son and Holy Spirit Series. My goal was 50 paintings. Now I'm on to something new. Next post will explain!
Going Home Series #49 12 x 18 oil $550.
"Light unshared is darkness. To be light ideed, it must shine out. So, the very essence of light is that it is for all to see." George MacDonald
That magic hour when the sun touches the earth is sooo exciting to me; when God kisses the earth He made and says it is good!. Praise the Creator for His Creation!
When God Arises the Light is intense and powerful!. If you are discerning, you will see all of life pointing to Him. There is no mistaking His Glory of True Holiness! What a day it will be when we see Him face to face!
This started as a demonstration for my students. I can get a painting started and almost finished in 2 hours, however I continue to refine it a week or so later after looking at it for a while. I can see the mistakes better if I wait to say it is finished! When immersed in life, it is hard to evaluate. I am usually totally covered (underwater) just surviving and doing the necessary things each day. The flow of Life gets way too busy, so I stop and retreat to my studio for a relaxing break, floating on the water and allowing God to handle the currents. My perspective is better and I can head off mistakes and blunders. Life goes much better when I wait on His Presence !
During this drought in Southwest Virginia, I'm reminded to follow the path of Living Water, which refreshes my soul. I want to be the tree planted at the edge absorbing all the Water I can for healing and redemption. When I paint I am listening to You Tube music of running water and birds singing and instrumental hymns. It's an incredibily relaxing break from the rush and noise of life!!!! There's no drought in my Happy Place!!!
