I thought I had found another frightful tree from Oz when I took this picture, but here is the opposite, like Glenda the Good Witch, this tree evokes comfort and warmth. Protection for many from bitter winter winds.
Yes, I want to hug it and feel its warm embrace. Funny how you think photos are going to turn out one way and they are just the opposite. Makes it more fun that way. My husband's mom had wonderful big trees in her yard. Favorite memories of mine sitting down with my back leaning against the trunk daydreaming. Nice to see non-spooky trees at this Halloween time of year!
Began exhibiting prints and drawings in 1973. Studies under Naperville printmaker, Barbara A.Brien. Life mentor and teacher William Vose of Paw Paw, IL. Current member of Naperville Art League, La Grange Art League and Kendall Art Guild. Teacher of Art Appreciation in Yorkville School Districts. Teacher of children's art programs in Sandwich, Plano, Yorkville, Newark, Somonauk, Oswego and Aurora schools and park districts.
Three courageous grown children. Resides in Yorkville,IL.with a menagerie of rescued companions.
Using my practice of quick poses in life drawing, I opportune to experiment with colors and differing line textures to recreate quickly the effects of light on the spiritual essence of the human form. My intention is to pull the viewer into following line, breathing with it's form, knowing it's actual beauty.
Books I've been reading
Joy of Love by Pope Francis
Artist Rules by Christine Valters Paintner
On Writing by Stephen King
Printmaking on a Budget by Mandy Bonnell and Stephen Mumberson
Gifts From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh
Quiet by Susan Cain
The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
Moving On by Sarah Ban Breathnach
Finding Your Way in a Wild New World by Martha Beck
2 comments:
Yes, it sure does - holding it's arms out for comfort.
Yes, I want to hug it and feel its warm embrace. Funny how you think photos are going to turn out one way and they are just the opposite. Makes it more fun that way. My husband's mom had wonderful big trees in her yard. Favorite memories of mine sitting down with my back leaning against the trunk daydreaming. Nice to see non-spooky trees at this Halloween time of year!
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