May you and your family be blessed in 2018!!!! "Pineal Pincone 1" acryic on panel 30" x 30" Throughout the span of recorded human history, Pinecones have served as a symbolic representation of Human Enlightenment, the Third Eye and the Pineal Gland.Conifer Pine Trees are one of the most ancient plant genera on the planet, having existed nearly three times longer than all flowering plant species. The Pinecone is the evolutionary precursor to the flower, and its spines spiral in a perfect Fibonacci sequence in either direction, much like the Sacred Geometry of a rose or a sunflower.Our "Pine”al Gland, shaped like (and named after) the Pinecone, is at the geometric center of our brain and is intimately linked to our body's perception of light. The Pineal modulates our wake-sleep patterns and circadian rhythms, remains uniquely isolated from the blood-brain barrier system, and receives a higher percentage of blood flow than any other area of the body save the kidneys.It is considered by many to be our biological Third Eye, the "Seat of the Soul," the "Epicenter of Enlightenment” -- and its sacred symbol throughout history, in cultures around the world, has been the Pinecone.
'Gus Amongst the Flowers and Butterflies''Center of the Universe'Several local artists are working on 6'x 8' wooden fences with images assigned by patron of the arts and animals. The finished pieces will contain an area for animals and humans to get to know one another and to see if they are a potential match. Here I did Gus amongst the flowers and gnomes and center of the universe - which all dogs are, of course!
The Danville mural for the psych unit is up! The thing I love is the floors above it can look down and see the HOPE images. It's on the outdoor rooftop where patients can get some fresh air and exercise amongst colorful imagery.
The Geisinger psych unit in Danville is the only facility that has an outdoor space for patients. The 8' x 80' wall is begging for inspiration which is where I come in. I designed images of hope and happiness. The process involves priming cloth (with some help from my friends ; )) and then painting. Here are some images - the wall, the priming and the begining -!
I recently did a black and white series, experimenting with graphite powder, charcoal, acrylic and fixative. Prior to this my studio was filled with oranges and greens reflecting the colors the wet summer has produced. Last night, she said: "all my clothes are black but today I bought a peach skirt". This morning as I wrote my daily three pages, it occurred to me her statement reflected the wall in my studio. And then I took a look at the major color in my closet.....
Yesterday Chris and Mandy picked up a commissioned piece for Mandy's foyer. She wanted an uplifting landscape with poppies which are her birthday flower. The mourning dove and cardinal represent those that have passed. Was so fun to do this piece and I am glad it will be seen by many who come through the front door.
