Brilliance and Meander - Variations on a Theme

6"x6"x1" deep cradled birch panel

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Variations on a theme...musically - something taken from an original idea and giving it a twist, shaking it up a little, trying it on in different forms.  From time to time, I find this a great fun way to explore in visual works.  From my original works done on location (en plein air), I'll do a similar painting in a different format, make changes, experiment - go smaller, go BIGGER - now we're really jammin'!  Above, is "Brilliance", since the day was like that- one of those truly enjoyable sunny days of late Spring (a gift for New Englanders).

 Below, is "Meander",  

 

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....which the waterways in the marsh seem to do when the tide comes in. The have their usual path, but the little reaches from the main flow do seem to meander. It may seem sort of aimless, but at times we do need to allow for a bit of 'meander' time. Time to explore, investigate, renew our senses, breathe, and be 'in the moment'.  Give yourself permission for a bit of 'meander' time - could you spare 10 minutes of your day? 

Spring Warm Up! Marsh View Landscape

16"x16" oil on cradled birch panel

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Ah, the earth is finally beginning to wake up along the shoreline here in New England.  Each year I have such a sense of anticipation. Bound by parkas, and wool, several layers of clothing, most of us have been getting pretty antsy when winter tries to extend it's stay.  

The Warm Up....such a welcomed time!  

Peace and Color in the Marsh

10"x10" oil on cradled birch panel

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When I take on a commission, I frequently do small color studies to determine what the finished painting will be similar to! These small studies are quite fun for me- and provide another opportunity for this image to 'live in the world'.  This place (Barn Island) is a frequent point of refuge for me - a bit of nature that is so welcoming in its familiarity. Yet every time I go out there to paint, it has changed....sometimes a little, sometimes quite a lot! Yet, the familiarity is there. There is comfort in that!  

I did do an additional panel of this image, (and 8"x8" on Gessobord) with stronger colors in the sky and water. This was right on target with what my collectors were looking for! (Click here to purchase this study).