ASPEN GOLD- ELK
Last year on the first day of the Pennsylvania regular deer season I was setting in a pine forest enjoying all nature had to offer. I was doodling down any ideas that came to thought within my feeble mind. As I sketched a White Pine the idea to do a wildlife series emerged among the grey matter that many refer to as a brain. The early results from that day were a sketch of a white-tail buck with a white pine. The interesting concept was that this series was to each be painted with much white as a background. Normally, a painting would be completely covered with painted background.
DENNING TIME- BLACK BEAR
Also, I would choose a strong upright with each painting. The elk painting has an aspen for strength; the turkey art yields to a beech tree and the bear has an oak. I have another series painting in a preliminary phase featuring ring-necked pheasants. The upright on that painting is to be standing corn shocks.
BEECH-RIDGE (WILD TURKEYS)
The viewer may notice that the species depicted are either facing right or left. This was done intentionally so two paintings hanging on a wall would have the “critters” facing each other making for a pleasant balanced view. I have many ideas and beginnings if the series would become a desired art collection. For instance with the painting featuring the black bear another one could be painted depicting a mother bear and cubs in a summer scene. Of course, these bear would be facing right as a complement to the left-facing winter scene
AUTUMN GRANDEUR- WHITE-TAIL
I am hoping to find an art printer/ publisher interested with this concept capable of handling proper promotion and distribution of prints. Please, forward this blog information to anyone where interest may be found. I would appreciate any efforts.
Other series ideas include an upland game bird series; a furbearer series and actually an endless list of paintings could be possible! Any ideas and/ or comments would be appreciated.
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Larry, These are awesome paintings and I say that having seen some of them in person. Please know that as soon as you have them printed, I want to be first in line to purchase the set. These would look particularly nice against the dark walnut planks we installed this summer at the cabin… and just about every other place I can think of! I’ll be praying that God will make a way for you to bring these to the public… to bring honor and glory to Him. He created the beautiful and awe inspiring scenes you encounter and he has given you a special ability to capture them on canvas to share with others. The great composer J.S. Bach, recognizing the true authorship of his talents and creations. signed his compositions…Soli Deo gloria… to God alone be the glory! As a humble follower of our Lord Jesus Christ I know you can relate. Continued blessings to you and your work, Dana
Dana, I appreciate your kind words so much. I, also, appreciate the spiritual aspect of your words. People like you and I respect and can still see the beauty in this old sin-based, corrupted world. Can you ever imagine what the restored world will look like!!!!! Thank you…. See you on September 12th… hope the band can do an inspired musical job for your congregation!
Larry, Seeing this entry, the Pennsylvania Big Game Series, reminded me of the morning we visited in my home. It was a real treat to view the originals and exchange tales. I am so impressed with Dana’s comments regarding your August 9th entry. He expressed his thoughts perfectly. All that he wished for you, I do as well. You’re correct in saying an upland game bird and furbearer series would provide so many possibilities…and opportunities for you to display your God-given talent and remind us all of His blessings
Randy, Thank you so much for the kind words and your friendship. I appreciate you very much as I do Dana. You are both “good people.”