Sunday morning and I’m back in the studio after a couple days down in the Alexandria/DC area. And even though it was a very enjoyable time and a great opening for the Native Voice show, it is, as always, truly wonderful to be back in the studio this morning. Back to my center.
I thought the work for this show looked very good on the walls of the Principle Gallery. There’s more warmth in the wall color than the photos that have been posted show and the work seemed to really stand out against it. This show consisted mainly of works on canvas because I wanted those solid blocks of color to dominate and push out into the space rather than have matting around the image soften the impact and put distance between the viewer and the painting. I think this was the right decision based on the very enthusiastic response to the work.
The Next Generation
Of course, the best part of the evening is seeing friends, old and new, and catching up a bit. The theme this year seemed to be the next generation, with a number of new additions to families making their first visits to an opening. I love hearing how small children respond to the colors and forms in the paintings. Plus I like the idea that these paintings will in some small way be a part of the environment that influences their lives in the years to come. Hopefully, they will prove to be positive influences.
Thank you to everyone who came out on Friday evening. Some traveled some distance and for that I cannot be more appreciative. It is that sort of enthusiasm that inspires me and makes my job so much easier.
And of course, very warm thanks to Michele, Clint, Jessica and Pamela at the Principle Gallery for both your tremendous professionalism and your friendship. Both equally mean the world to Cheri and me.
So, as I settle back into my treasured routine on a Sunday morning, it is once again that time when I play a little music here on the blog. Today I am in the mood for something mellow and nothing is better at that than the voice of the great and ever elegant Nat King Cole. Here is his beautiful version of Hoagy Carmichael‘s classic Stardust.
Thanks once more and have a good Sunday…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VezW1PtDq5E
Redtree Times 
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My wee lad came away very inspired, and informed me that I have “the nicest friends!” We’re creating a kind of summer curriculum in some areas that are of interest, and have a plan to spend a lot of time painting this summer. Thanks for the boost in that direction — he felt VERY important that you answered his question with such consideration! Good to see you — the show was stunning.
Hi, Rebecca– It was a pleasure seeing you and meeting Jay and Noah at the opening. I am pleased that anything I could offer would give Noah a boost in a creative way. I was not kidding when I said I would be glad to answer any questions he might have in the future so let him know that he need not be shy about asking. Again, thanks so much for coming out on Friday and for the kind words, Rebecca. Oh, and don’t forget to send me an image of the trees in Scotland!
It was great to see you, and I loved your work,as always. 🙂 We’re glad Maxwell got to meet the artist whose works decorate our home!
And it was great seeing you, Mike and Max. Thanks for bringing the little guy out!
On Tue, Jun 9, 2015 at 9:56 AM, Redtree Times wrote:
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