It starts with an idea turns into an action which creates a transformed atmosphere -
Here's how it goes. 1. Someone looks at their wall and thinks a) it needs a painting or b) the piece hanging isn't working.2. They think hmmm... I think I'll try something else. 3. They call me and we meet and talk about ideas they have. 4. If they don't have ideas, I come up with some. 5. We agree on concepts, colors and shape. 6. I work up a proportionally sized study for their review and approval. 7. I do the larger piece and 8. I deliver to their home - they hang it and think, man, why didn't I do that sooner !
It's a dogs life....
This recent painting I did pretty much sums up summer... a vishyla named Reyka floating in her very own life raft.....
The contrasts....
I recently heard a blogger say people from the east are tougher than people from the west coast. The reason being the harsh long winters we endure. Without ugliness, there would be no beauty, without night, there would be no day, without suffering there is no joy and without cold... one doesn't appreciate warmth!
The idea for this commission came from a bonafide Bob Dylan music lover and devotee.
The idea for this commission came from a bonafide music lover and devotee. Bob Dylan's verses are sung poems which have impacted many generations and many to come. Remember the 12" x 12" album covers that you would flip through marveling at the covers and proudly display? Here they have been painted 20" x 20" creating quite a visually stimulating piece totally 60"x 40" !
"Leigh captured the joyful spirit of our puppy, Earl."
She said : We love our custom pet portrait! What a unique and special gift for my husband for his birthday! Leigh captured the joyful spirit of our puppy, Earl. It is a beautiful piece that we will always cherish!
The Coming together of old and new pugs -
The black and white pugs on the left are no longer on the physical plane, however, the ones on the right are! This commission was so fun because I was asked to combine Tara with all her beloved four legged ones. From the past to present in this painting that will be 'forever', they all romp in the backyard together! Chills? Me too.
