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past paintings
This is a collection of past paintings that are no longer available. They are cataloged in order of the year they were created and are derived from various series. Hope you enjoy.
Cleaning off Problems
September 2022
acrylic on canvas
30 x 24 in
This piece is partly inspired by the saying, Having Monkeys on your back.
Breaking down the symbolism;
The elephant – is any person who feels like they have problems
The Monkeys – are the problems
Sometimes to solve your problems you just need to go for a swim.
acrylic on canvas
30 x 24 in
This piece is partly inspired by the saying, Having Monkeys on your back.
Breaking down the symbolism;
The elephant – is any person who feels like they have problems
The Monkeys – are the problems
Sometimes to solve your problems you just need to go for a swim.
Bee Crazy
June 2022
acrylic and gold leaf on canvas
9 panels 10 x 10 in
acrylic and gold leaf on canvas
9 panels 10 x 10 in
Peace Dove
June 2022
acrylic on canvas
25 x 47 in
For Peace and war cannot occupy the same space. War must burn out it's fire before peace can return. Up and out of the ashes much like a phoenix, Peace has risen to spread harmony, kindness, balance, and prosperity.
I used a young woman of mixed race to represent the peace dove (a common symbol of peace) because peace resides in acceptance and tolerance. What could be more pure existence of acceptance than creating a new life from differences.
The use of symbolism in this piece I borrowed from Christianity and Greek Mythology in regards to body posture, the gold / silver metallic aura and the ashes / destruction.
acrylic on canvas
25 x 47 in
For Peace and war cannot occupy the same space. War must burn out it's fire before peace can return. Up and out of the ashes much like a phoenix, Peace has risen to spread harmony, kindness, balance, and prosperity.
I used a young woman of mixed race to represent the peace dove (a common symbol of peace) because peace resides in acceptance and tolerance. What could be more pure existence of acceptance than creating a new life from differences.
The use of symbolism in this piece I borrowed from Christianity and Greek Mythology in regards to body posture, the gold / silver metallic aura and the ashes / destruction.
War and Peace
April 2022
acrylic on canvas
18 x18 in
When there is war, it is peace that suffers, they can not exist in the same place at the same time.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Dove – is peace.
The Hawk – is war.
The color of the background is the same color of a what rubble and smoke look like during times of destruction.
acrylic on canvas
18 x18 in
When there is war, it is peace that suffers, they can not exist in the same place at the same time.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Dove – is peace.
The Hawk – is war.
The color of the background is the same color of a what rubble and smoke look like during times of destruction.
Little Yellow Bird
January 2022
acrylic on canvas
18 x 25
This was a special commission piece about a woman's son who was in the Army. Out of respect to the family and the personal meaning this piece has to them I will reveal nothing else.
acrylic on canvas
18 x 25
This was a special commission piece about a woman's son who was in the Army. Out of respect to the family and the personal meaning this piece has to them I will reveal nothing else.
Emotional Baggage
October 2021
acrylic on canvas
15 x 15 in
The negative emotions that we carry around keep us from being our happiest and showing our true talents.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Bag – represents all the emotions that weigh us down. Anger, Envy, Jealously, Fear, Greed, Sorrow and many others.
The Bird – Bluebirds are often used as a symbol of happiness and joy.
The Snow – shows how if we hang onto our emotional baggage, we are left in a cold and miserable existence.
acrylic on canvas
15 x 15 in
The negative emotions that we carry around keep us from being our happiest and showing our true talents.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Bag – represents all the emotions that weigh us down. Anger, Envy, Jealously, Fear, Greed, Sorrow and many others.
The Bird – Bluebirds are often used as a symbol of happiness and joy.
The Snow – shows how if we hang onto our emotional baggage, we are left in a cold and miserable existence.
Problems
November 2021
acrylic on canvas
14 x 21 in
Who has the bigger problem? Is it the raven or the balloon? The glass dome keeps the raven from the balloon. The same glass dome protecting the balloon from the raven is keeping the balloon from floating freely.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Raven – represents a craving we desire.
The Balloon – is our fear of taking chances that we might be harmed.
The Glass – the invisible barrier keeping us from what we want.
acrylic on canvas
14 x 21 in
Who has the bigger problem? Is it the raven or the balloon? The glass dome keeps the raven from the balloon. The same glass dome protecting the balloon from the raven is keeping the balloon from floating freely.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Raven – represents a craving we desire.
The Balloon – is our fear of taking chances that we might be harmed.
The Glass – the invisible barrier keeping us from what we want.
The Gilded Cage
September 2021
acrylic on canvas
60 x 25 in
Layered symbolism that expresses the age-old tale of freedom vs wealth.
A caged canary was used in the coal mines to warning the miners of toxic gases. When the canary stop singing it was because of its death. This would let the miners know that they immediately had to leave the mines or they would soon have the same fate as the canary.
The gilded cage has been a long-used symbol of what appears to be a life of luxury but where there is no freedom. Celebrities and Royals are often subjected to this kind of life.
Wrens are known as symbols of rebirth, action, protection, and joy. The Celts viewed the wren as a free spirted clever bird. Even though they are small and fragile, they use their wits to keep themselves out of trouble.
acrylic on canvas
60 x 25 in
Layered symbolism that expresses the age-old tale of freedom vs wealth.
A caged canary was used in the coal mines to warning the miners of toxic gases. When the canary stop singing it was because of its death. This would let the miners know that they immediately had to leave the mines or they would soon have the same fate as the canary.
The gilded cage has been a long-used symbol of what appears to be a life of luxury but where there is no freedom. Celebrities and Royals are often subjected to this kind of life.
Wrens are known as symbols of rebirth, action, protection, and joy. The Celts viewed the wren as a free spirted clever bird. Even though they are small and fragile, they use their wits to keep themselves out of trouble.
Strength
May 2021
acrylic on canvas
45 x 60 in
Which one am I talking about, which one do you use, which one do you admire? Both are strong in their own way and each one has some form of strength. This is not about fear. Neither one is dominating or threatening the other. Simply about how we define what is strong.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Elephant – Physical strength.
The Mouse– Mental strength.
acrylic on canvas
45 x 60 in
Which one am I talking about, which one do you use, which one do you admire? Both are strong in their own way and each one has some form of strength. This is not about fear. Neither one is dominating or threatening the other. Simply about how we define what is strong.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Elephant – Physical strength.
The Mouse– Mental strength.
Wrapped in Love
May 2021
acrylic on canvas
19 x 29 in
Suspended in a perfect place of warmth and security.
The purest love will protect you from the outside world.
acrylic on canvas
19 x 29 in
Suspended in a perfect place of warmth and security.
The purest love will protect you from the outside world.
Hop and Atomic
April 2021
acrylic on canvas
24 x 16 in
This piece is inspired by the fable of the Tortoise and the Hare, but in my version it’s not determination that the Tortoise uses to win the race. Instead, it is logic, education and science.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Tortoise – the person who uses their mind to overcome obstacles.
The Hare – represents the traditional way things have always been done.
The Rocket – science and advancements in knowledge.
The Belt – sometimes you need a little creative imagination and repurpose something that can still be useful.
acrylic on canvas
24 x 16 in
This piece is inspired by the fable of the Tortoise and the Hare, but in my version it’s not determination that the Tortoise uses to win the race. Instead, it is logic, education and science.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Tortoise – the person who uses their mind to overcome obstacles.
The Hare – represents the traditional way things have always been done.
The Rocket – science and advancements in knowledge.
The Belt – sometimes you need a little creative imagination and repurpose something that can still be useful.
Differences
January 2021
acrylic on canvas
36 x 16 in
You look at a group of horses, you only see horses, regardless of their differences. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could see people that way?
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Horses – people, any and all people.
The Different types of Horses – to show individuality.
The Position of the Horses – represents our equality, regardless of our uniqueness.
The Blue Background – shows the harmony and peace.
acrylic on canvas
36 x 16 in
You look at a group of horses, you only see horses, regardless of their differences. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could see people that way?
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Horses – people, any and all people.
The Different types of Horses – to show individuality.
The Position of the Horses – represents our equality, regardless of our uniqueness.
The Blue Background – shows the harmony and peace.
The Struggle
January 2021
acrylic on canvas
24 x 19 in
Two powerful forces pulling in opposite directions and the struggle to keep things balanced when there is so much stress. Either external or internal, what is your Struggle?
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Bison and Ox – represents opposing sides.
The Balance Tag– the perfect spot between the polar opposite sides.
The Rope – is the stress and tension created by the opposing forces.
The Title – The Struggle, expresses the difficulty to maintain the balance from the opposite sides.
acrylic on canvas
24 x 19 in
Two powerful forces pulling in opposite directions and the struggle to keep things balanced when there is so much stress. Either external or internal, what is your Struggle?
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Bison and Ox – represents opposing sides.
The Balance Tag– the perfect spot between the polar opposite sides.
The Rope – is the stress and tension created by the opposing forces.
The Title – The Struggle, expresses the difficulty to maintain the balance from the opposite sides.
Pandora's Hope
August 2020
acrylic on canvas
24 x 32 in
Inspired by the story of Pandora’s Box, this painting is from the perspective of Hope before the box was opened. Showing that with Hope, strength resides in quiet and calm confidence that adversity and tragedy will pass and can be conquered.
I chose a young girl to represent Hope because children are humanity’s hope of the future and little girls grow up to become women to bring forth more children, more Hope.
acrylic on canvas
24 x 32 in
Inspired by the story of Pandora’s Box, this painting is from the perspective of Hope before the box was opened. Showing that with Hope, strength resides in quiet and calm confidence that adversity and tragedy will pass and can be conquered.
I chose a young girl to represent Hope because children are humanity’s hope of the future and little girls grow up to become women to bring forth more children, more Hope.
Jarred
July 2020
acrylic on canvas
size 16 x 25 in
I capture quite little moments. The reflective and transparent surface of glass not only contains something but reflects something too. Look closely you just might see your own personal story reflecting back at you.
acrylic on canvas
size 16 x 25 in
I capture quite little moments. The reflective and transparent surface of glass not only contains something but reflects something too. Look closely you just might see your own personal story reflecting back at you.
8 Oz
April 2020
acrylic on Canvas
size 24 x 32
Metaphorically, the glasses are people.
Each glass container has 8 oz of water in them. Some of the containers are overflowing, while in others it barely makes a difference. Even though everything is made of glass, they are designed for different purposes; one thing does not work for all. Yet they are each beautiful in their own right and designed for a unique purpose. The reflections and translucency affect how we see each individual container depending how close they are to each other there for distorting their purpose.
acrylic on Canvas
size 24 x 32
Metaphorically, the glasses are people.
Each glass container has 8 oz of water in them. Some of the containers are overflowing, while in others it barely makes a difference. Even though everything is made of glass, they are designed for different purposes; one thing does not work for all. Yet they are each beautiful in their own right and designed for a unique purpose. The reflections and translucency affect how we see each individual container depending how close they are to each other there for distorting their purpose.
Balanced Diet
April 2020
acrylic on canvas
10 x 24 in
Using a playful way with words, this penguin’s balanced diet,
is not what a nutritionist meant. Yet, it is a Balanced Diet.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Penguin – any person.
Fast Food – the food chooses that we make.
The Title – is a play on words and there meaning.
acrylic on canvas
10 x 24 in
Using a playful way with words, this penguin’s balanced diet,
is not what a nutritionist meant. Yet, it is a Balanced Diet.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Penguin – any person.
Fast Food – the food chooses that we make.
The Title – is a play on words and there meaning.
Eye of the Beholder
April 2020
acrylic on canvas
15 x 19 in
We determine what it worthy of admiration based on our personal self-interest.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Mice – people / the viewer.
Peanut Butter Artwork – represents our interest.
acrylic on canvas
15 x 19 in
We determine what it worthy of admiration based on our personal self-interest.
The symbolism in this piece broken down:
The Mice – people / the viewer.
Peanut Butter Artwork – represents our interest.
Canned
April 2020
acrylic on canvas
size 13 x 20
Is it just an interesting painting with two ripe tomatoes in a canning jar? Or is there a deeper meaning?
I created this piece while the Shelter in Place Order was in effect for Covid 19.
acrylic on canvas
size 13 x 20
Is it just an interesting painting with two ripe tomatoes in a canning jar? Or is there a deeper meaning?
I created this piece while the Shelter in Place Order was in effect for Covid 19.
Aging Beauties
April 2020
acrylic on canvas
size 25 x 18 in
Getting older does not mean that you are less beautiful.
acrylic on canvas
size 25 x 18 in
Getting older does not mean that you are less beautiful.
Too Hot Too Handle
February 2020
acrylic on canvas
size 24 x 24 in
I capture quite little moments. The reflective and transparent surface of glass not only contains something but reflects something too. Look closely you just might see your own personal story reflecting back at you.
acrylic on canvas
size 24 x 24 in
I capture quite little moments. The reflective and transparent surface of glass not only contains something but reflects something too. Look closely you just might see your own personal story reflecting back at you.
How to Catch a Man
February 2020
acrylic on canvas
32 x 36 in
acrylic on canvas
32 x 36 in
Marbles
December 2019
acrylic on canvas
size 16 x 24 in
This painting was created because I was bored and had never painted anything glass. So why not my Dad's jar of childhood marbles.
acrylic on canvas
size 16 x 24 in
This painting was created because I was bored and had never painted anything glass. So why not my Dad's jar of childhood marbles.
Lady in Waiting
August 2019
acrylic on canvas
14 x 20 in
acrylic on canvas
14 x 20 in
Self Defence
August 2019
acrylic on canvas
18 x 15 in
When you have just had enough.
acrylic on canvas
18 x 15 in
When you have just had enough.
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