This is called a Mandala. I did this with pastel pencils. It was an interesting exercise for me. Just thinking about what is important to me and trying to illustrate it in this manner was new. The cross being at the center and all color and life flows from that for me. The rainbow full of promise and the maze behind the cross speaks of the mystery. There are other symbols here but that will give you an idea of a few of my thoughts.

OUT OF THE DARKNESS

Strangely I began this painting blindfolded with a color in each hand. I had no plan but just began putting color and shapes to the canvas. A few days later this painting emerged. (I did take the blindfold off after a few minutes of drawing). It's quite amazing to me that this is the result of not knowing where I was going but when done the piece touched me and came from somewhere deep within.

24x20

Oil on Canvas

SARAH'S SHOES

When our youngest daughter came to us from Korea, she came with a little pair of rubber shoes. We have had them all these years. After 37 years of sitting out they have begun to crumble and I so wanted to preserve their memory. So I did this little painting in honor of our beautiful daughter, Sarah Emily.

8x10

Oil on Canvas

NIGHT TIME FRAGRANCE

The idea for this painting actually came from a dream I had about Jasmine flowers. I could smell their beautiful fragrance in my sleep. Quite remarkable. In some cultures Jasmine is the symbol for mother love.

24x20

Oil on Canvas